News from Sunday, October 11, 2026
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- Robert Pether was detained in Iraq in 2021 and his family feared he would die in jail. Now he’s coming home
Australian foreign minister welcomes Iraqi government’s decision to allow engineer to leave BaghdadFollow our Australia politics live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastAus…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Energy ceasefire: confusion in Kyiv, support from allies, silence from Moscow and fresh strikes
Trump announced an immediate energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, but Moscow has not confirmed it. Zelensky expressed surprise and reported fresh Russian strikes on Ukrainian power plants, causing outages.
Euronews, Oct 11 - At least 139 dead as migrant boat from Djibouti to Yemen capsizes
At least 139 migrants, including 15 children, have died and 84 remain missing after a migrant boat capsized.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Israeli shelling kills retired Lebanese soldier
Israeli shelling kills retired Lebanese soldier The Israeli army on Sunday killed a retired Lebanese soldier by artillery shelling as he tended to his land during the annual olive harvest in southern Lebanon. The Lebane…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - El Nino breaks Pacific temperature record as weather pattern intensifies
An intensifying El Nino pushed sea surface temperatures in a key Pacific monitoring region to a record 29.70C in September, the EU’s Copernicus climate service said Monday. Forecasters expect the weather pattern, which…
France 24, Oct 11 - Saudi Arabia says 1 dead, 11 injured in latest attack on Riyadh airport
Sunday's strike on King Khalid International airport kills a Pakistani national.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles off east coast, Seoul says
North Korea fired multiple ballistic missiles off its east coast on Monday, South Korea’s military said, amid tensions over border landmine explosions that injured three South Korean soldiers last month. Seoul said the…
France 24, Oct 11 - Airstrikes kill dozens of gold miners on Egypt-Sudan border, rights group says
At least 72 workers were killed in airstrikes on a gold mine on the Sudan-Egypt border on Saturday, a Sudanese rights group said on Sunday. The Emergency Lawyers organisation accused Egypt’s air force of the attack. AFP…
France 24, Oct 11 - Bridge washed away by torrent of water in Nepal
Flash floods along Nepal’s Budhi Gandaki River swept away homes and bridges, forcing residents to flee to higher ground.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - South Korea’s military says North Korea fired a projectile toward the sea
South Korea’s military says North Korea fired at least one projectile toward its eastern waters, adding to a recent streak in weapons demonstrations
ABC News, Oct 11 - UK PM Andy Burnham says it is ‘clear’ Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote
Claim marks the first time a UK prime minister has publicly acknowledged Russia's interference in the vote to leave EU.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Fresh Houthi strike hits Riyadh airport a day after deadly attack
A fresh Houthi strike hit Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport on Sunday, killing a Pakistani resident and wounding 11, Saudi authorities said. The attack followed a strike that killed at least 12 people and halte…
France 24, Oct 11 - Iran’s FM urges diplomacy in call with Saudi counterpart
Tehran offers to facilitate talks between Saudi Arabia and Yemen's Houthis following deadly strikes on the kingdom.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Saudi-led coalition says Houthi missile launched towards Khamis Mushait intercepted
Saudi-led coalition says Houthi missile launched towards Khamis Mushait intercepted The Saudi-led coalition said a ballistic missile launched by Yemen's Houthis towards Khamis Mushait was intercepted. Early on Monday, e…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Saudi foreign ministry holds phone call with Iran's Araghchi over 'recent escalation' in region
Saudi foreign ministry holds phone call with Iran's Araghchi over 'recent escalation' in region Saudi Arabia's foreign ministry said that discussions between were held during a phone call with Iranian foreign minister A…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Imran Khan’s party decries ‘coup’ after Pakistan suspends provincial government
Suspension of provincial government escalates standoff with Khan’s PTI party a week after his supporters began marching to demand his releasePakistan has declared a state of emergency in a province led by Imran Khan’s…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Hurricane Isaias leaves trail of destruction across the US Gulf Coast
Crews rally for massive cleanup effort in Florida and Alabama as Isaias leaves hundreds of thousands in the dark.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Total fire ban for Sydney, with 37C temperatures and risk of bushfires from ‘dry lightning’
Thunderstorms coupled with hot and dry conditions mean ‘fire danger is going to be right up today’, Rural Fire Service saysFollow our Australia politics live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Ceuta or Sebta? Why one city has two names and a disputed status
Felipe VI’s first visit to Ceuta and Melilla as king brings Spain’s territorial dispute with Morocco back into focus.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Iran war live: Riyadh airport hit again; Tehran says US reply ‘inadequate’
Iran says US has accepted some of its peace terms but calls the reply 'inadequate', as Riyadh airport is hit again.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Pennsylvania shooter who killed eight was a grandfather, says slain child’s dad
Father of toddler killed in Erie mass shooting says reported gunman never seemed distressed or out of the ordinaryThe man who killed eight people, before turning the gun on himself, in a mass shooting in a home in Erie,…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Pakistani national killed in second Houthi strike on Riyadh airport
Saudi authorities say a Pakistani national was killed and several people injured in a second strike on Riyadh’s Airport.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - US Homeland Security secretary sees no ‘risk’ from livestreamed execution
Decision to livestream Nidal Hasan execution has led to harsh criticism and warnings that it could encourage violence.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - UK to strengthen cyber defences as minister calls for AI firms to increase safety efforts
Kanishka Narayan to say Britain cannot rely entirely on tech companies amid rising global concern over AI dangersCompanies building the most advanced AI systems must increase safety efforts, the UK’s AI minister will sa…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Failure to fit tags left 5,000 offenders unmonitored in England and Wales, report finds
In first half of this year 1,600 tags also had no signal for over two weeks, highlighting scale of probation crisisMore than 5,000 offenders went unmonitored in the first half of the year because probation staff failed…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Footage shows moment Russian strike hits Ukrainian grocery store
CCTV footage shows the moment of a Russian strike on a residential street in Kharkiv, Ukraine.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Riyadh airport attack kills one, wounds 11, Saudi aviation authority says
Riyadh airport attack kills one, wounds 11, Saudi aviation authority says Sunday’s strike on King Khalid International Airport left one person dead and wounded 11, Saudi Arabia’s Civil Aviation Authority says. Officials…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Boy, 13, charged with murder after man stabbed to death in Sydney’s west
Second boy, 16, also charged in relation to the stabbing death of a 30-year-old man in Mt Druitt A thirteen-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a man…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - CCTV shows moment of deadly Houthi strike on Riyadh airport
CCTV footage released by Al Arabiya shows the moment of a Houthi strike on Riyadh’s international airport on Saturday.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Iran says US response falls short of conditions for deal
Iran says US response falls short of conditions for deal Tehran continues to demand changes to Washington’s response before agreeing to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume talks, according to Iran’s security chief Mo…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Trump’s new press secretary has a history of pushing banana conspiracy theories
Katie Zacharia was appointed as White House press secretary on Friday, replacing Karoline Leavitt, who left the role in August
The Independent, Oct 11 - Hurricane Simon hits Mexico's Pacific coast with damaging winds and rain
he hurricane's center swirled parallel to the coast, closing in on the Puerto Vallarta area, where its most damaging winds and rain were expected to hit around midnight and continue through Monday morning.
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Slovenia rejects bill in blow to PM Janez Jansa’s reform agenda
Slovenians rejected a bill expanding parliamentary inquiry powers in a referendum Sunday, dealing a blow to nationalist Prime Minister Janez Jansa. With 99 percent of votes counted, 51 percent opposed the proposal and 4…
France 24, Oct 11 - France's far-left presidential candidate cheers Gen Z school protests
French far-left presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon is celebrating Gen Z protesters driving a school movement shaking France
ABC News, Oct 11 - UK prime minister says it's 'clear' Russia interfered in Brexit referendum
Countries across Europe are facing the same threat, Burnham says.
ABC News, Oct 11 - British journalist Secunder Kermani barred from Israel amid widening press crackdown
British journalist Secunder Kermani barred from Israel amid widening press crackdown Submitted by Elis Gjevori on Sun, 10/11/2026 - 22:30 Kermani’s exclusion comes as Israel tightens restrictions on foreign reporters an…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Trump claims Russia and Ukraine agree to 'energy ceasefire' despite continued attacks
Moscow did not immediately comment. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that while his country "welcomed" the announcement by Trump as "good news for everyone," Russia was still hitting energy infrastructure in…
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Seafarer's union official says crews offered big money to transit Strait of Hormuz
As attacks continue to mount on shipping vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a seafarer's union official says some crews are being offered big rewards for making the crossing.
NPR, Oct 11 - Ukrainian MP calls U.S.-Russia diesel deal a 'betrayal'
NPR's Joel Rose speaks with Ukrainian Minister of Parliament, Oleksandr Merezhko, about the U.S.'s diesel deal with Russia will impact Ukraine.
NPR, Oct 11 - Dozens of gold prospectors killed in strikes on Egypt-Sudan border, rights group says
Neither Egypt nor Sudan has commented on the alleged strikes on an artisanal mining camp on Saturday.
BBC, Oct 11 - Waves crash into homes as excavators try to protect California properties
Construction crews were seen trying to block waves entering homes along California's coast
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - UK Greens leader seeks rule change after party declares Zionism is racism
Zack Polanski calls for internal rule reforms to give party leaders greater control over policy after Zionism vote.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Two killed near Israeli-occupied area in south Lebanon
Despite ceasefire reached between Israel and Lebanon in June, Israeli attacks continue.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Georgia family of 5 dead in apparent murder-suicide
‘This was a hard scene for everybody involved,’ Coffee County Sheriff Fred Cole said
The Independent, Oct 11 - Politics live: Greens call for US execution live stream to be blocked; Flydubai pilot’s Australia links ‘disturbing’
Reserve Bank should ban point of sale charges for small business, says Labor ministerLabor frontbencher Kristy McBain says the Reserve…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Pakistan suspends Imran Khan’s party-led provincial government
Pakistan has suspended Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's PTI-led government after declaring a state of emergency in the province.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - ‘Mohammed el-Sayed’: Trump says he can change name of ‘jihadist’ Michigan Senate candidate
“I’m the president. I can call him whatever the hell I want,” Trump said during a Saturday rally
The Independent, Oct 11 - Saudi health minister visits survivors of deadly Riyadh airport attack
Saudi Arabia’s health minister Fahad Aljalajel has paid a visit to survivors of Saturday’s deadly attack.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Riyadh airport hit by projectile a day after deadly missile strike
The latest strike in Riyadh came shortly after the Houthis said the airport in the rebel-held Yemeni capital of Sanaa had been struck again, and blamed the Saudis.
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey demand end to Houthi attacks
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey demand end to Houthi attacks The R4 group - Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Turkey - has demanded “the immediate and unconditional halt” to Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia. In a…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Judo: Japan reclaim mixed team world title with eighth gold in Baku
Japan reclaimed the Mixed Team World Championship title in Baku, defeating Russia in the final to secure their eighth gold. After overcoming China in the semi-final, Japan sealed victory through Akari Omori, while Russi…
Euronews, Oct 11 - UK PM Burnham warns French voters of Russian political influence on back of Brexit vote
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Sunday warned French and German voters of potential for Russian influence in upcoming elections, on the back of "clear" interference in Britain's referendum on European Union membe…
France 24, Oct 11 - Mexican president urges residents to shelter as Hurricane Simon approaches
The Mexican community of Cabo Corrientes faces the risk of a direct hit as the Category 4 storm churns off Jalisco.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Republican senator says Trump diesel agreement with Russia may be illegal
US President Trump's bid to bring down diesel prices by easing sanctions on Russia prompts rare Republican criticism.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Leaders from India's 'Cockroach' movement released from detention, pledge to hold more protests
The protests were triggered after authorities removed more than 130 million voters from the list since last year. Critics say the move is politically motivated. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ruling Bharatiya Janata Par…
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Orangutans released back into Borneo forest after devastating fires
Rescuers moved the apes after their habitats were threatened by intense wildfires over the summer.
BBC, Oct 11 - Saudi authority confirms Houthi attack on Dammam airport
Saudi authority confirms Houthi attack on Dammam airport Yemen’s Houthis have struck King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, Saudi Arabia’s civil aviation authority says. The authority confirmed the strike shortly af…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Moscow claims former Ukrainian prisoners are fighting under Russian command — voluntarily. But veterans and former POWs share different accounts.
Russia has announced a battalion consisting of Ukrainian "volunteers." But veterans and former prisoners of war share very different accounts.
DW, Oct 11 - Fresh attack hits Riyadh airport as Houthis warn airlines against using Saudi airspace
Fresh attack hits Riyadh airport as Houthis warn airlines against using Saudi airspace Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 10/11/2026 - 18:50 A projectile hits a passenger terminal a day after a strike killed at least 12 peo…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Shakira sets Amazon Music record in Madrid with most-watched live stream by a female artist
The global broadcast of the Colombian singer's Madrid concert has become the most-watched live performance by a female artist on Amazon Music. The platform highlights the role of the Spanish capital as a bridge between…
Euronews, Oct 11 - War and high debt to dominate IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok
The US-Israel war on Iran and its inflationary impact will dominate the agenda.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Antarctic penguins emit up to 7 million tonnes of methane a year, study finds
A study by CSIC and the University of Granada finds that chinstrap penguin colonies are a previously unmeasured natural source of methane, emitting up to 7 million tonnes a year.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove nodule on his lung
The 71-year-old Leo said the nodule was found at an early stage and was "circumscribed" or small and well-localized. The Vatican said Leo's expected recovery time from surgery would be a week.
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Trump and Rubio weigh firing Kimberly Guilfoyle after reports of improper conduct
Senior official says president and US secretary of state are ‘extremely pissed off’ by conduct of US envoy to GreeceDonald Trump and Marco Rubio, the secretary of state, are considering firing US ambassador to Greece Ki…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - French Social democratic primary: Raphaël Glucksmann wins big in first round
With more than 66% in the primary, French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann is chosen as the social-democratic candidate for France’s 2027 presidential election. On X, he insists that "a left true to its values can unite, govern a…
Euronews, Oct 11 - Jerusalem Daily: Panicked Palestinians flee Israeli attacks on GazaAl Jazeera, Oct 11
- At least 139 migrants dead, dozens missing after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast
The boat was traveling from Djibouti to Yemen when it capsized on Thursday night or Friday morning, according to the IOM. More than 80 people survived, all of them Ethiopian nationals, it said.
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Dems’ blue wave isn’t nearly as in the bag as some think, so says pollsters
Democrats are currently leading Republicans in the RealClearPolling generic congressional average
The Independent, Oct 11 - Lebanon’s first electric train hopes to revive railway system
A new solar-powered model train has returned to a section of Lebanon’s historic railway.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Liverpool fans give Manchester City a fiery welcome at Anfield
'Cheats cheats cheats' This is how Liverpool fans greeted Manchester City as they arrived at Anfield
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - India Uses Overwhelming Force to Quell Delhi Protests
India has launched an unprecedented crackdown on demonstrators after the election commission purged over 130 million people from voter rolls.
Drop Site News, Oct 11 - A profile of Raphaël Glucksmann, the man who wants to be French President
Raphaël Glucksmann has won the primary to represent the French centre-left in the upcoming presidential election, securing 66% of the vote.
France 24, Oct 11 - Six Pakistanis wounded and Indian national dies after Riyadh airport attack
Six Pakistanis wounded and Indian national dies after Riyadh airport attack Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Saturday’s Houthi strike on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport wounded six Pakistani citi…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Nepal orders evacuations after landslide triggers Budhi Gandaki flash flood
Nepal’s authorities ordered residents along the Budhi Gandaki River to evacuate on Sunday, 11 October, after a sudden flash flood swept away homes and other buildings in the country’s mountainous north-central region.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Ukraine: Coerced into a Corner?
It's reported that Ukraine is right now facing intense diplomatic pressure and coercion from the Trump administration to end the war quickly.
France 24, Oct 11 - A magnitude 5.2 earthquake jolts southern Peru coast and residents report light to moderate shaking
The United States Geological Survey says a magnitude 5.2 earthquake has struck a coastal area of southern Peru
ABC News, Oct 11 - Is the Yemen war entering a new phase?
Saudi Arabia has accused Yemen’s Houthis of killing 12 people and injuring 300 in Saturday's attack on King Khalid Inter
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Poland detains man suspected of planning assassination of PM Tusk
Police received credible information about possible attacks against Donald Tusk and his defence minister.
BBC, Oct 11 - Iran’s security chief calls US response to deal conditions ‘inadequate’
Iran’s security chief calls US response to deal conditions ‘inadequate’ Washington must clarify its position before talks on a possible agreement can advance, Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei says. “The Americans hav…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - ‘Who will represent us?’ Palestinians react to election delay
Palestinians have reacted to President Mahmoud Abbas’ decision to postpone the Palestinian legislative elections.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Ten of thousands urge EU for climate action at Brussels demonstration
Ahead of a major UN summit, thousands of protesters marched through the streets of Brussels demanding greater action to combat climate change.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Turkiye highway crash kills 11, injures 27 after tour bus hits truck
Police detain tour bus driver after highway collision in western Turkiye leaves 11 dead and 27 injured.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Iran’s security chief accuses Trump administration of oil smuggling near Oman
Iran’s security chief accuses Trump administration of oil smuggling near Oman Mohsen Rezaei has accused the Trump administration of recruiting “thugs” to smuggle oil through coastal waters off Oman. Iran’s Supreme Natio…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Volkswagen boss backs EU plan to bolster domestic European industry
Oliver Blume says ‘Made in Europe’ rules to counter rapid rise of lower-price Chinese brands ‘must reward real value creation’The boss of Volkswagen has backed EU proposals to boost its domestic industry, arguing Europe…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport hit by second Houthi strike in two days
The Yemeni group says it carried out attacks that killed 13 people over the weekend and targeted two airports and oil facilities.
BBC, Oct 11 - Houthis claim responsibility for deadly Riyadh airport attack
Houthis claim responsibility for deadly Riyadh airport attack Yemen’s Houthis say they carried out Saturday’s missile attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid Airport, which killed 12 people and wounded about 300, some critically…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Ohio animal hospital owner accused of using dead dog’s name to obtain thousands of prescription pills
Dr. Kris L. Taylor and Camille Angulat-Nieto received over 20 prescriptions for ‘Punkin’ a dog that was already dead
The Independent, Oct 11 - Protesters seeking India election chief's ouster detained, as 'cockroach' leaders released
Police detained hundreds of protesters in Delhi for a second day on Sunday as sporadic protests broke out demanding India's election chief quit, while a court ordered the release of "cockroach" movement founder Abhijeet…
France 24, Oct 11 - Saudi-led coalition says new attack at Riyadh airport causes fire, day after strike kills 12
The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said an "unidentified projectile" had targeted Riyadh's international airport on Sunday, causing a fire. The incident came hours after the Iran-backed Houthis warned airlines and travell…
France 24, Oct 11 - Police clear Guano beach camp in Ceuta days before royal visit
Spain's National Police have cleared Guano beach in Ceuta, where about 400 migrants were still camped, two days before the King and Queen visit the city. It was the last remaining camp; some migrants fled to the nearby…
Euronews, Oct 11 - Paris motor show: Macron calls for European preference against China
On Monday, the French president will open his final Paris Motor Show, pushing his "Made in Europe" agenda: tying state aid for this key industry to genuinely EU-based production.
Euronews, Oct 11 - At least five people missing as flash floods in Nepal sweep away houses
Authorities urge villagers to move to safer places after a river in the central part of the country bursts its banks.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Trump announces partial ceasefire in Ukraine war as Zelenskyy says deal is ‘news to me’
Ukrainian president earlier rejected US call for Kyiv to stop bombing oil refineries, saying Moscow must first end attacks on energy infrastructureUS politics – live updatesDonald Trump has announced an energy ceasefire…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Trump’s deal with Putin will have little impact on US diesel prices, experts warn
Analysts say fuel will take weeks to ship and is too small to affect prices, with the full deal unlikely to be met given damage to Russian refineriesZelenskyy rejects Trump claim of Ukraine-Russia ‘energy ceasefire’Dona…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Seventy-two killed in air strike on gold mine near Sudan-Egypt border
Seventy-two killed in air strike on gold mine near Sudan-Egypt border Sudanese rights group The Emergency Lawyers on Sunday accused Egypt's air force of an air strike which killed 72 workers at a gold mine on the Sudan-…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Tour bus crash in Turkiye leaves at least 11 dead
At least eleven people have been killed and 27 injured after a tour bus collided with a truck near a motorway entrance
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Iran security chief accuses Trump of ‘smuggling’ oil through Hormuz
Iran security chief accuses Trump of ‘smuggling’ oil through Hormuz Iran’s security chief claimed on Sunday that US President Donald Trump's adminitation hired “thugs” in the coastal waters of Oman to smuggle oil throug…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - SriLankan Airlines suspends Colombo-Riyadh flights
SriLankan Airlines suspends Colombo-Riyadh flights SriLankan Airlines suspended all of its flights between Riyadh and Colombo on Sunday, until 18 October. The airline said flights to and from Saudi Arabia's eastern city…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Kimberly Guilfoyle melted down over Trump snub, leaked audio reveals
The U.S. ambassador to Greece allegedly had a meltdown after she was snubbed an invitation to the event
The Independent, Oct 11 - Pope Leo XIV to undergo surgery after lump found in lung
Pope Leo XIV has announced that he will undergo surgery this week, to remove a nodule in his lung.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Saudi Arabia goes on alert, ex-aide testifies in Netanyahu trial, and other Mideast developments
Israel's former attorney general has testified in Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial
ABC News, Oct 11 - Poland stabbings driven by online glorification of violence, Tusk says
The PM was speaking after violent attacks at Polish schools this week left one dead and others injured.
BBC, Oct 11 - Pope Leo says he will undergo surgery for small growth on lung
Pope Leo said on Sunday that doctors had detected a small growth on his lung during a recent health check and he would be undergoing surgery this week to remove it, in the first health scare of the 71-year-old pontiff…
France 24, Oct 11 - Zelenskyy rejects Trump claim of Ukraine and Russia ‘energy ceasefire’ – live updates
Ukraine’s president says Kyiv would accept a deal if Moscow does after US president posts announcement with no detail on social media The latest acrimonious row between Washington and Kyiv began on Friday when Trump ann…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Andy Burnham says it is clear Russia interfered in Brexit vote
PM says he asked question upon entering No 10 but does not reveal who gave him ‘clear answer’ that Russia meddledAndy Burnham has said it is clear Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum, after seeking answers on the…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Riyadh airport passenger terminal hit by ‘unidentified projectile’
Riyadh airport passenger terminal hit by ‘unidentified projectile’ The Saudi-led coalition in Yemen said on Sunday that an “unidentified projectile” struck a passenger terminal at Riyadh’s international airport, cau…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Yemen government says forces advancing toward Bab al-Mandeb, carried out strikes on Houthis in Taiz
Yemen government says forces advancing toward Bab al-Mandeb, carried out strikes on Houthis in Taiz The Saudi-backed Yemeni government said on Sunday that its forces are moving towards controlling the Bab al-Mandeb Stra…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Ethiopian official promises change in Tigray after troops retake regional capital
A former Tigray leader now advising Ethiopia’s prime minister has promised a “visible change” in the region
ABC News, Oct 11 - France: Can the left unite behind a single candidate?
Five candidates are vying to lead France's social-democratic left in the 2027 presidential election, with a cyberattack disrupting the primary vote. Can the left unite behind one candidate? We discuss this with our gues…
France 24, Oct 11 - India's 'cockroach' leaders vow to keep up election protests
Leaders of India's online "cockroach" movement pledged on Sunday to continue their campaign against the election commissioner, hours after they were released from detention as authorities sought to thwart a major demons…
France 24, Oct 11 - Oval Office spat to public rebukes: A timeline of Trump-Zelenskyy ties
Trump has long criticised US military support for Ukraine and has lambasted Zelenskyy since his first term.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Why are Houthi missiles breaking through Saudi Arabia’s air defences?
Repeated Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid Airport reveal the limitations of even high-tech air defences.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Iran says environmental damage from US-Israeli attacks 'silent victim of war'
Iran says environmental damage from US-Israeli attacks 'silent victim of war' Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that the environment can “no longer be considered a silent victim of war” as attacks h…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Hochvogel mountain at risk of major collapse as 400,000 cubic metres of rock threatens to break away
The Hochvogel sits on the border between Germany and the Austrian region of Tyrol. It is part of the Allgäu High Alps and stands at 2,592 metres high.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Saudi coalition vows retaliation after deadly Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
Official says coalition will ‘respond firmly’ as Houthis warn people to avoid Saudi airports and US considers interveningMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesAnalysis: attack will force rethink of Trump strategyThe S…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - 'Up to our people' to pick leader, Zelenskyy responds to Trump's pledge for new elections in Ukraine
Only Russia is responsible for the war in Ukraine, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Sunday in a TV interview, responding to criticism from US President Donald Trump, who blamed him for high diesel prices and…
Euronews, Oct 11 - Houthi forces warn against use of Saudi airports following Riyadh attack
Houthi forces warn against use of Saudi airports following Riyadh attack Yemen’s Houthis have delivered renewed warnings to stay away from all Saudi airports except Mecca and Medina, one day after an alleged Houthi atta…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - ICE agent strikes man with vehicle during pursuit in Texas, officials say
Parra-Hernandez suffered a broken leg and taken to a hospital after being hit by car during an ICE operationAn Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent driving a vehicle struck a man on Saturday while trying to p…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Ethiopia, Eritrea ramp up rhetoric: Are they inching towards war?
Allegations of Eritrean troop incursions into Tigray deepen the rift with Ethiopia, threatening fragile peace in the region.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Hormuz attacks intensify as efforts to end war on Iran stall
IRGC warns against ignoring waterway's 'security and rules' as CENTCOM says US disabled vessel trying to run blockade.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - The Australian’s Shadow of Doubt podcast delayed ‘sadistic’ paedophile’s trial, court documents reveal
Exclusive: As William ‘Rob’ Gilfillan was about to go on trial for sex offences against two schoolgirls, his barrister told a judge his client’s history was easily discoverable onlineSign up for Guardian Australia’s fre…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - UKMTO says it received report of tanker hit by projectile in Hormuz
UKMTO says it received report of tanker hit by projectile in Hormuz UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said on Sunday that it received a report from a tanker transiting through the Strait of Hormuz that it was struck…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Attacks by 'Iran’s proxies' pushing region into spiral of violence, says EU on Riyadh airport strike
Attacks by 'Iran’s proxies' pushing region into spiral of violence, says EU on Riyadh airport strike European Union leaders have condemned the alleged Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Rabies cases are spreading nationwide. Here’s how to protect yourself
Rabies cases rose 17 percent nationwide this summer, according to the CDC
The Independent, Oct 11 - Trump tells fans he could say the ‘stupidest things’ and they would cheer. They agree.
“I could say the stupidest things, and you’d clap. ‘Oh, I love you so — it’s true,” the president told a crowd in Tennessee.
The Independent, Oct 11 - Thousands without power in Florida and Alabama as Isaias moves north
At least four deaths linked to storm amid warnings of flash flooding that could stretch into AppalachiansNearly 396,000 customers across the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama remained without power early Sunday as…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Creating a ghost town: Lives in limbo behind Israeli gates and checkpoints
Israeli restrictions in Hebron have made life for Palestinians from the city a daily ordeal.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Houthi attack on Riyadh airport will force rethink of Donald Trump’s strategy
US president’s plan to park the conflicts in Iran and Yemen, while blaming Ukraine for high diesel prices, has unravelledMiddle East crisis live - latest updatesThe reckless missile attack on King Khalid international a…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - At least 139 migrants dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti, UN says
The UN's IOM agency says tens of thousands of migrants travel from the Horn of Africa through Djibouti each year as they look to cross the Bab el-Mandeb Strait to Yemen and eventually reach the Gulf countries.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Attacks by 'Iran’s proxies' pushing region into spiral of violence, says EU on Riyadh airport strike
Attacks by 'Iran’s proxies' pushing region into spiral of violence, says EU on Riyadh airport strike Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 10/11/2026 - 11:38 Commission president called for an immediate end to attacks on civil…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Russian army strikes Sloviansk and Kyiv as Ukrainian drones hit third Yandex data centre
Russian forces struck two apartment blocks in Sloviansk, injuring four, and hit warehouses in Kyiv. Overnight, Ukrainian drones targeted Yandex's data centre in Vladimir, causing major service outages but no casualties.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Brazil's Lula accuses social media giant Meta of election interference amid tight run-off campaign
Social media platform Meta has 48 hours to respond to claims by Brazil's leftwing candidate and incumbent President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's campaign accusing the tech platform of blocking content on the company's pl…
France 24, Oct 11 - Riyadh airport stays shut after deadly attack as Trump says US may join Saudi strikes on Houthis
An attack that killed 12 people has left Riyadh’s airport closed and drawn condemnation from the UN and EU, as the Houthis renew their threats and Washington considers its response.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Macron's popularity hits lowest level since 2017 as Bardella and Le Pen also lose ground
Some 82% of French people now disapprove of the president. Meanwhile, Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella are weakened by Mediapart's revelations about antisemitic texts attributed to the young RN leader.
Euronews, Oct 11 - International condemnation of Houthis no longer enough, says senior Yemeni official
International condemnation of Houthis no longer enough, says senior Yemeni official A senior official in Yemen’s Saudi-backed government said on Sunday that condemning Houthi attacks on civilians is no longer enough and…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Pope Leo XIV to undergo lung surgery this week
Pope Leo XIV said he would undergo surgery after doctors found a "localized nodule" in his lung.
NPR, Oct 11 - Ukraine strikes Russian data centre again despite Trump warning
It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations.
BBC, Oct 11 - Trump has spent a majority of his days back in the White House bashing the nation’s election integrity
Trump has accused Democrats of cheating in 2020, in state-wide races and in the November midterm elections
The Independent, Oct 11 - Ceuta migrants allege beatings as camps cleared ahead of royal visit
People in Ceuta allege they were mistreated by Spanish soldiers after authorities cleared migrant camps.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Police in Poland ‘learn of possible plot to attack prime minister Donald Tusk’
Government spokesperson says defence minister also mentioned in ‘exceptionally concerning’ threatPoland’s police said on Sunday that they had received information about a possible plot to attack the country’s prime mini…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Meet the man helping India’s detained protesters get home
Al Jazeera spoke to the 25-year-old man who built an AI-powered app to help India’s detained protesters get home safely.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Saudi Arabia vows response over Houthi ‘war crime’ attack on Riyadh airport
A Houthi attack on Riyadh airport killed at least 12 people and injured more than 300.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Sweet protein brazzein shows promise in reducing blood sugar spikes: Study
Russian research reveals that the protein brazzein could help reduce blood sugar spikes.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Children among 109 dead after boat capsizes off Djibouti, UN says
The boat was travelling from Djibouti to Yemen with 350 people on board, when it capsized near the port town of Obock on Thursday night.
BBC, Oct 11 - Homes and bridges swept away as fresh floods hit Nepal
Nepal is still trying to recover from catastrophic floods that hit less than two months ago, leaving thousands dead and missing.
BBC, Oct 11 - People smugglers are still profiting from small boats. Can the UK fix the crisis?
As ‘one in, one out’ scheme ends, refugees still want to cross the Channel despite French police aggression and hostile welcomesThe smuggler works quickly. Using a small shovel, he digs up a dinghy buried in a sand dune…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - US maternity wards face wave of closures as Medicaid cuts kick in
Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ spending cuts will be fully felt next year, but hospitals are already feeling the squeezeMaternity wards across the United States are facing a wave of closures as cuts to federal Medicaid f…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Republicans face midterm backlash from factory workers squeezed out of jobs by Trump's tariffs
President Donald Trump's tariffs are turning factory workers against his Republican Party over fears the import taxes could lead to fewer jobs instead of the manufacturing renaissance he promised
The Independent, Oct 11 - India's 'Cockroach' protest movement leaders freed from detention, vow to continue demonstrations
Leaders of a popular Indian youth movement vow to continue protests after being released from detention
ABC News, Oct 11 - Pakistan's president suspends provincial government led by Khan’s party ahead of march
Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari has declared a state of emergency in northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province
ABC News, Oct 11 - Czech opposition outpaced the ruling party in first round of Senate election
Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's political group is facing a strong challenge from the opposition in the Czech Republic’s Senate elections
ABC News, Oct 11 - In a tent camp in Ceuta, migrants weigh justice, safety and returning home
Migrants in Ceuta face a humanitarian crisis, with some alleging abuse by Spanish soldiers
ABC News, Oct 11 - Trump’s brash remarks entertain crowd at election rally in Tennessee
US President Donald Trump told his supporters they would applaud anything he says.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - ‘I wish I had stayed with you’: Gaza mother died of cancer after waiting months to be evacuated
A complex evacuation process, restrictions on medications and a lack of fully-functioning hospitals has led to thousands of ill and injured patients languishing without treatment. Maira Butt reports
The Independent, Oct 11 - Yemen’s Health Ministry raises alarm over ‘near depletion’ of medical, fuel supplies in Taiz
Yemen’s Health Ministry raises alarm over ‘near depletion’ of medical, fuel supplies in Taiz Yemen’s Health Ministry warned on Sunday of “serious health and humanitarian repercussions” facing the city of Taiz as a resul…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Riyadh airport attack another dangerous moment in already tense conflict
The Houthis have stepped up their attacks on Saudi Arabian soil, and while the physical damage can be quickly repaired, its reputation for stability is taking a battering.
BBC, Oct 11 - Cubans turn to free community pharmacies as medicines grow scarce
In Havana, Laura Mendoza runs a project called “Medicine Is Not for Sale,” providing free medications to Cubans facing severe shortages
ABC News, Oct 11 - Poland's police warn of a possible plot to attack Prime Minister Donald Tusk
Poland's police have received information about a possible plot to attack Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz
ABC News, Oct 11 - Zaporizhzhia airstrikes kill 17 as Russia intensifies attacks across Ukraine
Zaporizhzhia was hit by deadly Russian airstrikes on Saturday, 10 October, killing at least 17 people, including three children, Ukrainian officials said. Rescuers searched rubble for survivors as the city faced renewed…
Euronews, Oct 11 - A heroic, 7-day bike ride made this teen a global star. Where is she now?
Her epic ride — carrying her injured dad on her $20 hot pink bicycle — made headlines. Promises were made — financial help, training for a cycling career, even a movie deal. Were any of them kept?
NPR, Oct 11 - Pope Leo to have surgery after lump found on lung
The 71-year-old pontiff said the nodule was identified "at a very early stage".
BBC, Oct 11 - Burnham faces questions over push to scrap photo ID voting requirement
Ministers reportedly seeking to halve time for Lords scrutiny of voting and donations changes amid election speculationAndy Burnham is facing questions over plans to speed up sweeping changes to Britain’s electoral syst…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Palestinian child killed by Israeli gunfire in northern Gaza
Palestinian child killed by Israeli gunfire in northern Gaza A seven-year-old Palestinian child succumbed to his wounds on Sunday after being shot by Israeli forces in Jabalia refugee camp, north of the Gaza Strip, Wafa…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - ‘Deeply concerning’: Democratic congressional candidate rebukes ICE’s presence in New York
Darializa Avila Chevalier criticizes NYPD’s ‘inaction’ in protecting Marble Hill protesters after ICE shot a manDemocratic congressional candidate Darializa Avila Chevalier believes that the New York police departments’…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Former US official says Israeli demands made Gaza deal 'impossible for another six months'
Former US official says Israeli demands made Gaza deal 'impossible for another six months' A former senior US official has accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of delaying a captive exchange and ceasefire d…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - US police criticise Anthropic after Claude AI submits false information about an unsolved murder
The US police called the delay in detecting and reporting the incident “unacceptable”, but said there was no indication of unauthorised access to their systems or compromised data.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Yemen fighting expands as Houthis attack Saudi airport: What to know
Saudi coalition blames Houthi group for the missile strike on the main international airport in Riyadh.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Senior military commander says Iran will continue to strike vessels ‘if necessary’
Senior military commander says Iran will continue to strike vessels ‘if necessary’ Iranian forces will continue to strike vessels in the Strait of Hormuz “if necessary”, senior Iranian military commander and deputy army…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Fear and uncertainty for civilians as Yemen’s capital comes under attack
Sanaa has faced intense bombing since the Yemeni government announced a campaign to take the capital from the Houthis.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Children among 109 dead after migrant boat capsizes off Africa
The boat carrying about 350 people capsized while sailing from Djibouti to Yemen
The Independent, Oct 11 - Pope Leo to undergo surgery to remove nodule on lung
The 71-year-old Leo made the announcement during his Sunday noon blessing
The Independent, Oct 11 - Trump says Ukraine needs new president who will agree to end war
US President Donald Trump on Saturday urged Ukraine to replace Volodymyr Zelensky with a new leader, criticising him over strikes on Russian oil refineries that have contributed to high diesel prices ahead of the US mid…
France 24, Oct 11 - Former US official says Israeli demands made Gaza deal 'impossible for another six months'
Former US official says Israeli demands made Gaza deal 'impossible for another six months' Submitted by MEE staff on Sun, 10/11/2026 - 09:04 The former national security adviser to Kamala Harris says nearly 9,000 Palest…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Spain: Sánchez and Feijóo launch campaigns
Although Spain's general election is set to take place on November 29, the battle has already begun. Over the weekend, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and his main conservative challenger, Alberto Núñez Feijóo, kicked off…
France 24, Oct 11 - Anti-ICE protests in New York after man shot in car with child
Protesters in New York City are demanding the abolition of ICE after officers shot Oscar Belgal in the Bronx.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Ukraine ready to halt refinery strikes if Moscow stops energy attacks, Zelensky says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Sunday said Kyiv was ready halt strikes Russian oil refineries if Moscow stopped attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure. The announcement comes after US President Donald Tru…
France 24, Oct 11 - Czech PM Babiš's ANO faces strong challenge in first round of Senate election
“Five senators were elected in the first round, equalling the historic record set in 2024,” Eva Krumpová, first deputy chair of the Czech Statistics Office, said. Of the five candidates to win seats outright, none were…
Euronews, Oct 11 - Iraq, EU leaders denounce Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
Iraq, EU leaders denounce Houthi attack on Riyadh airport Several international leaders have issued condemnations on Sunday following the Houthi attack a day earlier on Saudi Arabia's Riyadh airport. Iraq called for a "…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Trump, Zelensky clash over diesel deal as Russian strikes kill 21
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky traded barbs Saturday after Washington moved to ease sanctions on Russian diesel and Moscow's continued strikes on Ukraine killed at least 21 people, inc…
France 24, Oct 11 - Iran’s Gharibabadi says Minab school attackers must face justice
Iran’s Gharibabadi says Minab school attackers must face justice Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi on Sunday called for the “aggressors” behind the attack on Minab school, which took place on the first da…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Britain stands behind Zelenskyy, says Streeting after Trump’s call for new leader in Ukraine
Defence secretary backs Ukrainian president and says priority is to maintain western unity over Russia conflictBritain stands behind Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the defence secretary has said, after Donald Trump called for the…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Photos: Thousands detained in police crackdown on India’s youth protest
Demonstrators intercepted and detained as authorities crack down on 'cockroach' movement rally in central New Delhi.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Russia’s Yandex says data centre in Vladimir shut down after drone attack
Third strike on Yandex facilities in a week comes as Russia and Ukraine escalate attacks on tech infrastructure.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - ‘She was swaying, zoning out’: UK pets poisoned in record numbers by illicit drugs
Toxicology helplines report 42% increase in calls involving animals poisoned by drugs and nicotineA record number of pets are ingesting recreational drugs and requiring veterinary care in the UK, figures shared with the…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - At least 109 migrants dead, more than 100 missing after boat capsizes off Djibouti
At least 109 migrants, including 15 children, died and 116 went missing after a boat carrying 350 people capsized off Djibouti en route to Yemen, the International Organisation for Migration said on Sunday.
France 24, Oct 11 - Middle East crisis live: Houthis warn passengers against using Saudi airport after deadly attack on Riyadh
US president Donald Trump says he is weighing whether the US will join Saudi strikes against the Iran-backed HouthisThere’s been a strong condemnation of this morning of the Houthi’s deadly strike on Saudi Arabia’s larg…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - 'Going bankrupt': Iran shopkeepers struggle as war dims demand
Iran's economy has been battered by years of sanctions, but the conflict that began in February with US-Israeli attacks and an American blockade of the country's ports has put extra strain on daily life. Rising inflatio…
France 24, Oct 11 - Trump urges Zelensky replacement as diesel row rages
Donald Trump called on Saturday for Ukraine to "get a new leader" after Volodymyr Zelensky slammed Washington's easing of Russian diesel sanctions, as the US president faces fuel price pressure weeks before midterm elec…
France 24, Oct 11 - At least 4 dead as cyclone Isaias drenches southern US
Four people died in the southeastern United States as post-tropical cyclone Isaias threatened flooding and tornado risks Saturday as it moved northward after making landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast.
France 24, Oct 11 - Protesters take to the streets in Portugal over rising living costs and housing prices
A post from an Instagram account appearing to be linked to the protests that had promoted the demonstrations said people had "been squeezed by rising house prices and the cost of living" for years.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Missile attack on airport in Saudi Arabia's capital kills 12 people and injures over 300
Saudi Arabia has extended the closure of the country’s main international airport a day after a missile attack on the facility killed 12 people from several countries and left more than 300 injured
ABC News, Oct 11 - Surgeon faces deportation as Home Office revokes refugee status for Syrians
UK classifies Syria as safe to return to despite UN refugee body’s adviceA Syrian plastic surgeon is facing deportation from the UK after the Home Office revoked his refugee status, declaring it is now safe for him and…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - After RAF Fairford incident, how big a threat to the UK is Iran?
Although there is scepticism about Tehran’s capabilities, it has become clear it wants Britain to feel it poses a riskBritain may have been only peripherally involved in the bombing of Iran that Donald Trump and Benjami…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Ukraine steps up strikes on Russia's tech infrastructure
A Ukrainian drone attack shut down a data center run by Russian technology giant Yandex, the company said Sunday, the third strike on its facilities in four days as Kyiv widens its campaign against infrastructure inside…
ABC News, Oct 11 - Polish leader says school attacks were fueled by online glorification of violence
Prime Minister Donald Tusk says recent attacks at Polish schools are “spontaneous acts” fueled by the online glorification of violence
ABC News, Oct 11 - Trump calls for Ukraine election, says Zelenskyy failed to end war
Trump has called for Ukraine to hold elections, implying Zelenskyy missed opportunities to end the war with Russia.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Pakistan imposes emergency rule in province governed by Imran Khan’s party
PM office says cabinet move follows 'provincial government’s deliberate disengagement from the fight against terrorism'.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Attack on Riyadh airport leaves 12 dead, more than 300 injured
Attack on Riyadh airport leaves 12 dead, more than 300 injured At least 12 people were killed and 309 others injured in an attack on Saudi Arabia's King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh as Iran-backed Houthis esca…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Yemen's Houthis warn against using Saudi airports as Riyadh closure extended
Yemen's Houthis warn against using Saudi airports as Riyadh closure extended Yemen's Houthis on Sunday renewed their warning to airlines, airport workers, and travellers against using Saudi Arabian airports, saying the…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - What the Iran war has done to the world’s energy supply, in charts
Fossil fuels produce 81 percent of global energy. We look at Middle East’s role and what happens when supplies are cut.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - ‘Under tremendous strain’: CIA analyst turned spy novelist on a fraying US-UK alliance
David McCloskey’s new book depicts a calamitous collapse of the ‘special relationship’ – could things get darker still?The “special relationship”, the time-honored emotional bond between the US and Britain that has sust…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Musk vows ‘affordable’ Starlink in India as he escalates feud with Ambani
Pledge comes days before Mukesh Ambani's low-cost Reliance Jio's parent launches India's largest-ever IPO.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Spanish PM Sanchez kicks off election campaign amid housing crisis protests
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez launched his campaign for a snap November election on Saturday. The vote comes as a deepening housing crisis is driving protests and putting pressure on his left-wing coalition.
France 24, Oct 11 - Missing Australian hiker Jordan Yap last seen on remote trail found dead in Peru
Family and friends say Melbourne man should be remembered for ‘immense joy he brought to so many people’s lives’ An Australian trekker who was last seen on a rem…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Couples looking to have children often turn to surrogacy agencies in Georgia without understanding the hidden costs
Georgia became a hub for surrogate pregnancies after Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. DW spoke with parents, and those who wanted to become parents, about the hidden costs of a booming industry.
DW, Oct 11 - US bombs cargo vessel in Gulf of Oman ‘trying to run Iran blockade’
A US fighter jet bombed a commercial cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, according to CENTCOM.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Missile attack on airport in Saudi Arabia's capital kills 12 people and injures over 300
Saudi Arabia has extended the closure of the country’s main international airport a day after a missile attack on the facility killed 12 people from several countries and left more than 300 injured
The Independent, Oct 11 - Four dead as Isaias continues to push across the Southeast US, bringing strong winds and heavy rain
Isaias made landfall as a Category 2 hurricane in the city of Destin in the Florida Panhandle on Friday evening. It has since weakened into a post-tropical cyclone.
Euronews, Oct 11 - ‘Halloweenmas’: how the spooky one-nighter turned into a month-long spectacular
Welcome to Halloweenmas, weeks of themed fun and gifts – from costume parties to decorating trees – without the stress, rules or cost of ChristmasThe tree is up, the wreath is hanging on the front door and you’ve just o…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - ‘It was a terrible thing’: Panama declares state of emergency as quake aftershocks rattle communities
More than 100 aftershocks as high as magnitude-5.8 recorded after two quakes toppled buildings and prompted evacuationsPanama’s government has declared a state of emergency on Saturday as the aftershocks of two powerful…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Former Biden adviser says Netanyahu made 2024 Gaza deal ‘impossible’
Former Biden adviser says Netanyahu made 2024 Gaza deal ‘impossible’ Phil Gordon, national security adviser to former US vice president Kamala Harris, has seconded allegations that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netany…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - WHO issues update on investigation into Russian plague lab worker’s death
The World Health Organisation says no case of plague has been registered
The Independent, Oct 11 - A Trump impersonator and opera singers: CPAC was a spectacle, but the right still can’t agree how to take down Labor
Preferences proved the sticking point at the conference as conservatives face the prospect of a third successive election defeatGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastMany mainstream Australians woul…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Ukrainian prisoners of war and defectors have been gathered into a Russian battalion to face Ukrainian forces — why? And how?
Russia has announced a battalion consisting of Ukrainian "volunteers." But veterans and former prisoners of war share very different accounts.
DW, Oct 11 - Flash flood sweeps away buildings in Nepal
Flash flooding in Nepal has swept away buildings along the Budhi Gandaki river on Sunday.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Riyadh airport strike kills 12, Saudi Arabia threatens 'decisive' response
Saudi Arabia vowed to retaliate against Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Sunday after a strike on Riyadh’s international airport killed a dozen people and wounded more than 300, marking the kingdom's deadliest strike in a decad…
France 24, Oct 11 - Villages evacuated as flash flood from Budhi Gandaki river hits northern Nepal
Residents in north central Nepal have evacuated after flash flooding on the Budhi Gandaki river
ABC News, Oct 11 - US using specter of 'imaginary enemy' to frighten its people, Baghaei says
US using specter of 'imaginary enemy' to frighten its people, Baghaei says Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, has said that the United States is using the specter of an “imaginary enemy” to frighten…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Kuwait's Jazeera Airways says Riyadh flights affected by temporary suspension
Kuwait's Jazeera Airways says Riyadh flights affected by temporary suspension Kuwait's Jazeera Airways says its Riyadh flights have been affected by temporary suspension of operations at King Khalid International airpor…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Delhi braces for more protests as 'cockroach' group's leaders released
The leaders, including CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke, had been detained when they arrived in Delhi on Saturday.
BBC, Oct 11 - Teen revolt or revolution? The student protests threatening France's presidential race
French students' grievances include long school days, overcrowded classrooms, outdated facilities and teacher shortages. Their anger has resonated across Europe, with students in Belgium and Italy also staging protests.
Euronews, Oct 11 - ‘You have a meeting’: the calendar phishing scam growing exponentially
Appointment or renewal reminder appears in victims’ calendar to lure them into logging in to fake Google, Microsoft or PayPal pageYou’re preparing for the week ahead and take a look at your Google calendar. There’s an e…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - ‘We need less point scoring’: What party conference season taught us about UK climate action
Tories plan to scrap low-carbon housebuilding, Greens back new nuclear reactors, and Labour put oil-drilling decisions on holdNew homes could be built without solar panels, heat pumps and high-grade insulation, leading…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Six Palestinians injured in Gaza as Israeli forces block access to West Bank village
Six Palestinians injured in Gaza as Israeli forces block access to West Bank village At least six people have been injured by Israeli gunfire in Khan Younis, according to the Nasser Medical Complex in Gaza, Al Jazeera r…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - India court orders release of 'cockroach' movement leaders after detention
An Indian court ordered the release of three leaders of the viral "cockroach" movement on Sunday, a day after their detention ahead of protests over alleged irregularities in voter-roll revisions.
France 24, Oct 11 - How genocidal war on Gaza is shaping Israel’s election
Israel’s election signals not a demand for change, but deeper entrenchment of the jingoism unleashed after October 7.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Indian crew of vessel involved in ‘incident’ off Ras al-Khaimah rescued
Indian crew of vessel involved in ‘incident’ off Ras al-Khaimah rescued The Indian consulate in Dubai has said that all 22 crew members of a vessel involved in “an incident” off the Emirati coast of Ras al-Khaimah have…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - Ben Roberts-Smith attends Canberra event honouring Australian troops who served in Afghanistan
Anthony Albanese speaks at Australian War Memorial event commemorating 25th anniversary of country’s involvement in the conflict Anthony Albanese has honoured Au…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Riyadh schools switch to remote learning after airport attacks
Riyadh schools switch to remote learning after airport attacks Schools in Riyadh will move to remote learning for a week, according to an email sent Sunday to parents citing an order from the education ministry, followi…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - US justice department investigates TV networks over Trump pool coverage
The White House had blocked access for CNN, MS Now and Politico, leading them to restrict pool coverage.
BBC, Oct 11 - Live : Saudi Arabia vows 'decisive response' after deadly Houthi strike on Riyadh airport
Saudi Arabia vowed to retaliate against Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Sunday after a strike on Riyadh’s international airport killed a dozen people and wounded more than 300, marking the kingdom's deadliest strike in a decad…
France 24, Oct 11 - Farming and solar power are competing for land. Can agrivoltaics solve the problem?
Agrivoltaics could help to prevent farmland abandonment by protecting crops and boosting income. But some say the solution ignores the real problems.
Euronews, Oct 11 - Europe's best Christmas markets to visit in 2026, according to travellers
Europe is world-famous for its Christmas markets, and more than 1,500 take place every year. Choosing which to visit can be as tricky as putting together your present wish list. Here are the top picks, as voted for by t…
Euronews, Oct 11 - ESA director general reveals €10bn plan to get to space without NASA
The space industry, currently valued at €600 billion, is expected to grow by 10% a year, according to European Space Agency (ESA) director general Josef Aschbacher. He spoke to the Big Question about how Europe can bene…
Euronews, Oct 11 - Retrofit schools and consider moving exams to beat extreme heat, says teaching union leader
NEU’s Daniel Kebede says earlier start times and longer summer breaks may be needed to help pupils and teachersSchools should consider changing start and finish times, reordering holidays and moving exams from the summe…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Christian nationalism in Britain driven by people who seldom go to church, says report
Research challenges the notion that the growing visibility of crosses and other symbols reflects a revival of Christianity Christian nationalism in Britain is being driven largely by people who rarely attend church and…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Capital punishment is surging in the US – but after Christa Pike’s botched execution, what is its future?
Trump has used the full might of the presidency to supercharge executions, but an avalanche of mishaps has put the system’s flaws in the spotlightIt took more than an hour to establish the two intravenous lines through…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Hind Rajab Foundation seeks probe into Sde Teiman detainee abuse
Hind Rajab Foundation seeks probe into Sde Teiman detainee abuse The Hind Rajab Foundation (HRF) has asked the International Criminal Court prosecutor to investigate Israeli health and defence officials, the Israeli Med…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - US opens antitrust probe into TV networks halting Trump coverage
Department of Justice says it's investigating whether the White House press pool's decision violated antitrust laws.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Hurricane Isaias kills four, leaves 650,000 without power in Florida
Hurricane Isaias has killed four people and left more than 650,000 people without power.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - ICE agent in New York shooting also involved in assault of pregnant woman
An ICE agent involved in the Oct 8 shooting in New York was also filmed during a controversial arrest in Minneapolis.
Al Jazeera, Oct 11 - Pakistan reaffirms 'commitment' to Saudi Arabia's sovereignty after airport attack
Pakistan reaffirms 'commitment' to Saudi Arabia's sovereignty after airport attack Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said his country reaffirms “commitment to Saudi Arabia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity…
Middle East Eye, Oct 11 - UKMTO probes Gulf of Oman ‘incident’ after Centcom strike
UKMTO probes Gulf of Oman ‘incident’ after Centcom strike The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) said they were investingating an “incident involving a tanker and military forces” in the Gulf of Oman, hours after the…
Middle East Eye, Oct 10 - Taiz hospitals near collapse as Houthis tighten siege: Yemen government
Medical services in Taiz risk shutting down as fuel, medicines, and supplies run alarmingly low under Houthi blockade.
Al Jazeera, Oct 10 - US forces disable ship ‘attempting to run’ Iran blockade in Gulf of Oman
US military jet strikes stern of commercial cargo ship 'without harming the crew', CENTCOM says.
Al Jazeera, Oct 10 - Yemeni attack on Riyadh airport kills 12 and injures over 300 as Houthi-Saudi war escalates
It was the third strike on the capital’s airport this week
The Independent, Oct 10 - UN chief 'strongly' condemns 'Houthi attacks' on Riyadh airport
UN chief 'strongly' condemns 'Houthi attacks' on Riyadh airport United Nations General Secretary Antonio Guterres has "strongly" condemned Saturday's "lethal attacks by the Houthis" on King Khalid International Airport…
Middle East Eye, Oct 10 - GCC condemns strikes on Riyadh airport as 'treacherous terrorist attacks'
GCC condemns strikes on Riyadh airport as 'treacherous terrorist attacks' Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Secretary-General Jasem al-Budaiwi has condemned the attacks on King Khalid International airport in Riyadh as “tr…
Middle East Eye, Oct 10 - Twelve killed, more than 300 injured in Riyadh airport attack
Saudi Arabia has confirmed at least 12 people were killed and more than 300 injured after Houthi fighters struck Riyadh.
Al Jazeera, Oct 10 - Five people shot and killed in apparent murder-suicide, Georgia police say
Deceased were all members of the same family, officials say, and one of victims placed the initial emergency callFive people were shot and killed in an apparent murder-suicide at a residence in Georgia on Friday, author…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Inside the room: What it was like to be with Blackpink's Lisa as race scandal erupted
Film-maker Sue Kim talks about having unprecedented access to K-Pop idol Lisa Manobal at her most candid.
BBC, Oct 10 - Skies across the UK illuminated by the northern lights
Though mostly visible near the Arctic Circle, the natural phenomenon dazzled sky-gazers as far south Devon, Hampshire and KentThe northern lights illuminated the skies across the UK on Friday and Saturday evening.Sky-ga…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Young men live in fear of being snatched off the streets and sold to Myanmar's army
A desperate junta is in a war of attrition against ethnic militias and and civilian resistance.
BBC, Oct 10 - Trump mocks Kamala Harris’ looks as MAGA women guffaw at rambling Tennessee rally
President infamously claimed he was a better-looking person than Harris ahead of the 2024 presidential election
The Independent, Oct 10 - Bayeux Tapestry's London tour spurs enthusiasts to Battle of Hastings reenactment
A reenactment of the Battle of Hastings, which took place almost a millennium ago, is drawing crowds of enthusiasts in the UK.
NPR, Oct 10 - Protests against voter roll revisions rock capital of world's largest democracy
Parts of the capital city of India, the world's largest democracy, are on lockdown. Protests over sweeping revisions to the voter rolls were met with a massive police crackdown.
NPR, Oct 10 - Despair after 200-year-old ‘grandmother’ tree toppled for Trump’s border wall: ‘It crushes your heart’
Protesters spent months occupying an ancient cottonwood. Then a tense standoff with US border patrol came to a headA 200-year-old cottonwood tree near the US-Mexico border, known as the “grandmother”, has been destroyed…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Gunman kills pregnant woman, 2 children and 5 others in ‘devastating’ Pennsylvania rampage
The Erie police chief described the scene as one of the most difficult and heartbreaking his officers and investigators had encountered
The Independent, Oct 10 - The ruling party of the populist Czech prime minister leads in 1st round of Senate election
Prime Minister Andrej Babiš's political group is leading in the Czech Republic’s first round of Senate elections
ABC News, Oct 10 - Trump says Ukraine needs new president after Zelenskyy condemns Russia fuel deal
US President Donald Trump said Ukraine needs a new president and blamed Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy for high US diesel prices.
Euronews, Oct 10 - Pope Leo says death penalty is ‘inadmissible’ amid US plans to livestream execution
Comes as US confirm Nidal Malik Hasan’s firing squad execution will be livestreamed
The Independent, Oct 10 - Lee Claims World Gold as Tasoev Secures His Third World Title in Baku
Hyeonji Lee claimed her first world title at +78kg, defeating former champion Romane Dicko to complete a dominant day. At +100kg, Inal Tasoev delivered a spectacular ippon against home favourite Ushangi Kokauri to secur…
Euronews, Oct 10 - Money, networks and bias: Why women struggle to win seats in US politics
The US is holding Congress and state governors elections. At all levels of US politics, women are underrepresented — but they may win some historic victories in the midterms on November 3.
DW, Oct 10 - Four dead and thousands without power after Hurricane Isaias lashes US
Isaias made landfall in Florida on late Friday before being downgraded to a post-tropical cyclone.
BBC, Oct 10 - 'Time for Ukraine to get new president,' says Trump after Zelensky condemns diesel deal
Ukraine's leader had said the deal with Russia to release diesel into the US would help Moscow fund the war.
BBC, Oct 10 - Riyadh airport suspends operations after attack leaves multiple people wounded
Saudi authorities on Saturday said that they had suspended operations at Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport after a new attack there left multiple people wounded. An attack on the airport by the Houthis on Thurs…
France 24, Oct 10 - Convicted murderer Christa Pike leaves hospital, returns to prison after botched execution
Christa Pike's lawyers on Saturday said that the 50-year-old convicted murderer has been discharged from the hospital and returned to prison. Pike was transported to the hospital in critical condition on September 30 af…
France 24, Oct 10 - India protests: New 'cockroach' movement leader named
Indian police detained the head of the satirical "cockroach" online movement on Saturday, the group said, ahead of a major protest against the Election Commission that prompted strict security measures. "They seem to ha…
France 24, Oct 10 - Ukraine hit by deadly Russian strikes as ‘thanks’ for Trump diesel deal, Zelenskyy says
Ukrainian president says money from fuel sales will intensify war as European leaders reiterate support for KyivRussia launched deadly strikes on civilians in Ukraine as “thanks” for a deal cut by Donald Trump with Vlad…
The Guardian, Oct 10
USA
- Hurricane Simon pounds resorts and vulnerable towns along Mexico’s Pacific coast
Hurricane Simon pounds Mexico’s Pacific coast as a Category 3 storm
ABC News, Oct 11 - Judge orders the Trump administration to cancel taxpayer-funded promotional TV ads
A federal judge has ordered President Donald Trump to cancel any remaining television commercials paid for with millions of dollars in taxpayer money to promote his political message
ABC News, Oct 11 - U.S. Judge Orders Halt To Taxpayer-Funded Ads Featuring TrumpHuffPost, Oct 11
- Tropical Storm Rachel downgraded as high winds and rain turn inward
Forecasters say the storm, which brought heavy rain and coastal flooding, is a preview of what may be in store as California braces for a possibly record-setting El Niño.
NPR, Oct 11 - Erie shooter who killed 8 was family’s patriarch, slain toddler’s dad says
The gunman was a grandfather who never seemed distressed, acquaintance says.
ABC News, Oct 11 - Mullin shrugs off execution concerns: “No one has to watch it”
DHS chief dismisses concerns about live-streaming a military execution as lawmakers warn of martyrdom and morality
Salon, Oct 11 - Demand rising for death doulas, who help with end-of-life care
Death doulas are non-medical professionals who help with end-of-life care. And their numbers are growing.
NPR, Oct 11 - Caption contest: TVRobert Reich, Oct 11
- Isaias moves north as Rachel batters Southern California
At least four deaths were linked to Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season, which came ashore as a Category 2 hurricane Friday near Destin, Florida, a Gulf Coast vacation spot filled with high-rises and tour…
PBS NewsHour, Oct 11 - Bipartisan group of senators calls on Trump to 'reverse course' on Russian diesel plan
Four Republican senators and two Democratic senators signed onto the statement released Sunday in protesting the deal. They said the administration failed to consult with Congress or submit any explanation to justify it…
PBS Politics, Oct 11 - Trump says Ukraine and Russia have agreed 'energy ceasefire'
Zelensky says Kyiv would support such a truce. Moscow has yet to comment.
BBC, Oct 11 - Substack Live with the ACLU’s Mike Zamore, Monday at 10 a.m. ET
About ICE and Immigration
Civil Discourse (Joyce Vance), Oct 11 - Zelenskyy rallies allies as Putin stalls in potential ceasefire deal
Ukraine welcomes Trump's truce announcement, builds allied support and asks whether Moscow will stop its attacks
Salon, Oct 11 - Americans Are Rejecting the Trump Economy – For Good Reason
By nearly every measure, he has made things worse.
Zeteo, Oct 11 - Abdul El-Sayed: Democrats must ‘win by massive numbers’ to fend off Trump election denial
Democratic Senate candidate’s remarks come as Trump has long baselessly claimed his 2020 election loss was stolenDemocrats must “win by massive numbers” during November’s federal midterm elections because Donald Trump a…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Fugitive businessman taken into US custody in Venezuela bribery case
A businessman wanted in the U.S. for allegedly bribing top Venezuelan officials.
ABC News, Oct 11 - Trump Blames Ukraine—Not His Iran War—For Our Skyrocketing Fuel Prices
President Donald Trump keeps pointing the finger at everyone for surging fuel prices but himself. Over the weekend, he once again blamed Ukraine, asserting that the country’s retaliatory airstrikes on Russia’s oil refin…
Mother Jones, Oct 11 - Shane Gillis Drops F-Bomb During 'SNL' SketchHuffPost, Oct 11
- My fall picks include these gorgeous clogs
From a hardworking Dutch oven to a brush that means business.
Katie Couric, Oct 11 - The Sunday Morning Wrap-Up
Here’s the highlight reel of last week’s posts and events.
Civil Discourse (Joyce Vance), Oct 11 - New White House press secretary is a Pizzagate conspiracy theorist
Katie Zacharia, who was appointed White House press secretary by President Trump on Friday, repeatedly promoted the debunked Pizzagate conspiracy on social media, accusing elites from the Democratic Party and Hollywood…
Popular Info, Oct 11 - Did You Watch the Film They Don’t Want You To See? ‘Gaza: Doctors Under Attack’ Is Still Available Globally Via Zeteo
Gaza’s healthcare workers, those killed and those still alive, are still working during a genocide; don’t let their stories be forgotten. Watch this documentary from Zeteo to keep their legacy alive.
Zeteo, Oct 11 - Kimberly Guilfoyle’s Grifting Scandal Keeps Getting Worse
Are Kimberly Guilfoyle’s days as the US ambassador to Greece numbered? Amid multiple reports alleging outright corruption, on-the-record quotes from Greek officials who seem to detest her grifting behavior, and my perso…
Mother Jones, Oct 11 - Some in Florida and Alabama without power as Isaias moves north to Appalachians and Mid-Atlantic
Hurricane Isaias has left nearly 396,000 customers without power across the Florida Panhandle and southern Alabama
ABC News, Oct 11 - Justice Department investigates TV networks, citing possible anti-trust violations
The move escalates Trump's fight with the press amid court battle over barring CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House.
NPR, Oct 11 - Politics chat: Trump announces fuel deal with Russia. What does it mean for sanctions?
President Trump announced a deal to import Russian fuel to the U.S. We look at what this means for the sanctions he recently signed off on against Russia, as well as the U.S.'s support for Ukraine.
NPR Politics, Oct 11 - How Trump reshaped the DOJ's Civil Rights Division to serve his agenda
The Civil Rights Division, long the crown jewel of the Justice Department, has been radically reshaped under President Trump, using its enforcement powers to pursue the president's MAGA agenda.
NPR, Oct 11 - Why Abdul El-Sayed might not be winning Black voters
The candidate for Michigan US Senate seat is running without directly acknowledging specific constituent groupsAbdul El-Sayed has an impressive résumé: Rhodes scholar, professor of epidemiology at Columbia University, e…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - La France Insoumise Won’t Cede God to the Far Right
Religious identity has become an unusually prominent battleground in next year’s French election. During the pope’s visit to the country last week, left-wing France Insoumise resisted ultraconservative attempts to monop…
Jacobin, Oct 11 - A freed man faces life back in prison after a Supreme Court ruling on the First Step Act
Patrick Dewayne Smith is rebuilding his life after serving 13 years in prison on drug charges
ABC News, Oct 11 - ‘A living hell’: how Los Angeles got taken over by mosquitoes
Heat and humidity have led to one of the worst mosquito years in recent history, with West Nile virus at a decade highLos Angeles might be best known for blue skies, beaches and film premiers — but for the last several…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - US’s Reagan-era economic promises return as Trump’s AI-fueled growth fantasy
‘Even if AI supercharged the economy, its impact on the government’s finances would be muted’Back through political history to the age of Ronald Reagan, Republicans have repeatedly promised the US public that tax cuts w…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - ‘When you look at the numbers, we win’: the prophetic Texas pastor poised to take Jasmine Crockett’s House seat
Rev Dr Frederick Douglass Haynes III is reclaiming a faith-based politics to counter Trump-allied white evangelicalsIt was that point in the evening: dinner plates were cleared; speeches had run long; people were chatti…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - I Splurged On A Viral Cat Tree, And I Love It As Much As My CatHuffPost, Oct 11
- Ken Paxton’s security for travel cost taxpayers millions. Just 1 in 6 trips had stated business
Records show the Texas attorney general has taken nearly 1,000 trips during his tenure, costing $3.3 million
Salon, Oct 11 - In one of the country's most competitive districts, a Democrat tries to keep her seat
In a highly competitive Washington congressional race, the incumbent Democrat has angered part of her party base and the Trump-backed Republican challenger faces backlash against the party in power.
NPR, Oct 11 - Reshaped civil rights mission at Justice Department transforms its work, workforce
Harmeet Dhillon has pushed out hundreds of longtime attorneys, replaced many with inexperienced ideological allies, and used the division's enforcement powers to pursue the president's agenda.
NPR, Oct 11 - Sunday thought: The Beginning of the End or the End of the Beginning?Robert Reich, Oct 11
- Can the Sherman Act Be Used To Silence the Press?
Apparently, Trump’s DOJ thinks so.
Civil Discourse (Joyce Vance), Oct 10 - Letters from an American: October 10, 2026
So now, after more than a decade of pretending that he is not associated with Russia and that he would honor the U.S.
Heather Cox Richardson, Oct 10 - 4 family members and shooter dead in rural Georgia shooting
Georgia police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide in a rural home that left five people dead, including the shooter
ABC News, Oct 10 - US justice department investigating TV networks over Trump pool coverage
Investigation launched after five broadcasters last month ceased presidential coverage after CNN, MS Now and Politico were barred from White HouseThe US Department of Justice is investigating whether the decision of the…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Trump urges Sen. John Fetterman to switch parties and become a Republican
President Donald Trump is openly encouraging Democratic Sen. John Fetterman of Pennsylvania to switch parties and become a Republican
ABC News, Oct 10 - DOJ says it's investigating whether White House TV pool's coverage halt violated antitrust law
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether the decision of the White House television press pool to halt coverage of President Donald Trump last month violated antitrust law
ABC News, Oct 10 - ‘Musk’ Documentary Suggests DOGE’s Real Purpose Was Something Else Entirely
“What is Elon building? What are his goals?” former partner Ashley St. Clair asks in the film.
HuffPost Politics, Oct 10 - Christa Pike discharged from the hospital and back in prison
Pike's attorneys say she is grateful for the care of first responders and her medical team.
NPR, Oct 10 - Trump's economic strategy resemble similar policies in East Asia
Much of the Trump administration's economic policy has been inspired by successful industrial policies successful in East Asia, including those of competitor, China. Will those policies work in the U.S.?
NPR Politics, Oct 10 - Why aren't men talking about Cornell?
NPR's Joel Rose speaks with culture writer Louis Staples about his piece for Harper's Bazaar titled: Women Everywhere Are Talking About Cornell. Why Aren't Men?
NPR, Oct 10 - Isaias becomes tropical storm, heads towards Tennessee Valley
Isaias has become a tropical storm, moving towards the Tennessee Valley. Residents in the Florida Panhandle react to the destruction.
NPR, Oct 10 - Man Dies After Entering Tiger Enclosure At British ZooHuffPost, Oct 10
- Philadelphia cop killed, another hurt responding to reports of man with gun
The officers were responding to a report of a man with a gun, police said.
ABC News, Oct 10 - Trump Says He'll 'Make A Decision' On Whether To Livestream Execution
“I know what the military would like to do, but we’ll make a decision,” President Donald Trump said.
HuffPost Politics, Oct 10 - The Kennedy Center names new artistic director, amid concerns
The center's executive director has named an agent who has worked with ZZ Top and Motley Crue drummer Tommy Lee as the head of programming for the arts institution.
NPR, Oct 10 - NYPD footage fuels scrutiny of ICE shooting
Police rushed a wounded father to the hospital as protests erupted over ICE shooting witnessed by his young son
Salon, Oct 10 - Trump says 'I think it's time for Ukraine to get a new president'
He blames President Zelenskyy for high diesel prices.
ABC News, Oct 10 - Nine dead in mass shooting at Pennsylvania home
Two children are reported to be among the victims in the city of Eerie.
BBC, Oct 10 - MS Now Hosts Crack Up Over Clip Of Trump 'Bullying' Ken Paxton: 'What In... ?'
“If that is what love looks like, baby, let it not find me,” “The Weekend” cohost Eugene Daniels said.
HuffPost Politics, Oct 10 - This Week in Palestine – Revealed: Israel Killed Over 1,480 Palestinians Since ‘Ceasefire’ One Year Ago
Zeteo’s weekly round-up of the stories you may have missed out of occupied Gaza and the West Bank, as Israel continues its genocidal war and apartheid policies.
Zeteo, Oct 10 - The War in Ukraine Is Spiraling Out of Control
After years of warnings that the war in Ukraine could spiral into a full-on Russia-Europe conflagration, the conflict has reached a point where this is a real possibliity. It’s a prospect that threatens not just Europea…
Jacobin, Oct 10 - Mormon Church Donates $1 Million to Fight Idaho Abortion Rights Ballot Measure
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is one of several religious institutions taking a stance on the initiative.
Truthout, Oct 10 - Shawn Fain’s Victory in United Auto Workers Elections Keeps Union on New Course
The election was a referendum on the union's new direction, pursuing bold contract fights and new organizing campaigns.
Truthout, Oct 10 - After ICE Shooting, Progressives Want New York’s Police Commissioner to Step Down
The ICE shooting of a 28-year-old in the Bronx Thursday has provoked an uproar among New Yorkers, who rushed to the streets in protest the night of the shooting, clashing with the New York Police Department. At least fi…
Mother Jones, Oct 10 - Just for Skeets and Giggles (10.10.26)
I’ve heard the bit about living above us in Canada.
Status Kuo (Jay Kuo), Oct 10 - Amid Backlash, Surveillance Company Flock Is Cutting Staff
Flock Safety, the AI-powered traffic camera company that has everyone from Josh Hawley to Bernie Sanders angry, might be feeling the heat financially: Reuters reported Friday that the company is planning to cut roughly…
Mother Jones, Oct 10 - A replica of Donald Trump’s Oval Office goes for the gold in Washington DC
The tourist attraction just unveiled an elaborate, full-scale overhaul to match Trump’s second-term aestheticSitting behind a replica Resolute Desk, nine-year-old Sydney Wright posed for the camera like a future US pres…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Trump: I should have 8 Nobel Peace Prizes
Trump mourns losing the Nobel, criticizes winner Navi Pillay, a South African lawyer for her work with human rights
Salon, Oct 10 - 'This Is Bulls**t': GOP Senator Slams Hegseth For Wanting Livestreamed Execution
“I mean this is performative at the worst level, and it has to be reversed,” Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) said.
HuffPost Politics, Oct 10
518 News
- Latham community gathers to remember Dee Dee's Tavern owner
LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Dozens of people came together on Sunday afternoon to celebrate the life of a beloved long-time business owner in Latham and remember her legacy of keeping an open door. Deidre Dawn DeMarco-- af…
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Local car club hosts Cars and Coffee in Saratoga Springs
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- In partnership with the Saratoga Automobile Museum, the Adirondack Shelby Mustang Club held its Cars and Coffee event for the first time in Saratoga Springs. Some attendees say this wa…
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Six displaced after Pittsfield fire
PITTSFIELD, MA (WNYT) – A house fire in Pittsfield displaced six people and remained under investigation after crews brought it under control in about an hour. The Pittsfield Fire Department said crews responded at abou…
WNYT, Oct 11 - Capital region nightlife, events and more things to do — Albany Times Union paywallTimes Union, Oct 11
- NCRPO dismantles Las Piñas, Makati drug densDaily Tribune, Oct 11
- Saratoga Springs PD seeking missing woman, 20Gephardt Daily, Oct 11
- DEC announces graduation of 17 New York State forest rangers
DEC's new forest rangers were trained in a variety of rescue techniques and water and wildlife protection
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 11 - Steering clear of danger: How Stokoe Farms prioritizes safety on every hayride
Amid statewide hayride safety concerns, Stokoe Farms highlights its experienced drivers to reassure fall visitors.
Spectrum News 1, Oct 11 - 1 injured, 5 displaced after house fire in Schenectady
Five people have been displaced following a structure fire in the city of Schenectady Sunday morning, according to the Schenectady Fire Department.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Police searching for missing 20-year-old adult in Saratoga SpringsABC4 Utah, Oct 11
- Troy Victorian Stroll to return for 44th year
Get your top hats and hoop skirts ready!
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Troy mayor proposes modest tax increase as other Capital Region cities struggle
The budget proposed by Troy Mayor Carmella Mantello includes a property tax increase under the tax cap and comes amid a hiring freeze for city positions outside the police and fire departments.
WAMC, Oct 11 - North Country Community College launches ASAP program
NCCC has begun a state funded program to increase student retention rates and bridge opportunity gaps
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 11 - Hudson Valley community facing massive property tax increase after town mismanaged funds
One Hudson Valley community is facing a massive property tax increase. WAMC’s Elias Guerra has more.
WAMC, Oct 11 - 6 displaced following house fire in Pittsfield
An investigation is underway following a structure fire in the city of Pittsfield Saturday night, according to the Pittsfield Fire Department.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Empire State Youth Orchestra opens new season
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Empire State Youth Orchestra (ESYO) will open its 2026–2027 season with Grounded in Story, a powerful Symphony Orchestra program exploring the forces that shape people through stories of destiny…
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Capital region nightlife, events and more things to do — Albany Times Union paywallTimes Union, Oct 11
- Firefighters respond to fire on Wendell Ave. in Schenectady
Emergency crews were at the scene of a fire on Wendell Ave. in Schenectady Sunday, October 11. com NewsChannel 13.
WNYT, Oct 11 - Latham funeral home sends 1776 remains to Saratoga cemetery
A military funeral procession in Latham will carry Revolutionary War-era remains Tuesday for burial at the Saratoga National Cemetery. The post Latham funeral home sends 1776 remains to Saratoga cemetery appeared first…
WNYT, Oct 11 - Memorial for Latham tavern owner, Deidre “Dee Dee” DeMarco
DeeDee’s Tavern said Deidre DeMarco (Dee Dee), the person many people saw as the heart of the bar, has died. com NewsChannel 13.
WNYT, Oct 11 - What rollbacks of Title IX protections could mean for LGBTQ+ students
Changes are coming to Title IX protections for students around the country.
Spectrum News 1, Oct 11 - Columbia-Greene Humane Society raises $37K to help animals
The Columbia-Greene Humane Society/SPCA said its 2026 Shelter Sweeps raised more than $37,000 to support programs and services for more than 6,000 animals each year. The post Columbia-Greene Humane Society raises $37K t…
WNYT, Oct 11 - Amsterdam thanks food pantries for helping struggling families
The City of Amsterdam said it is recognizing local nonprofit food pantries as more families face pressure from rising food prices and higher living costs. The post Amsterdam thanks food pantries for helping struggling f…
WNYT, Oct 11 - ‘I just do it because it’s what I do’: Lissa Goldstein at Wild Work Farm
How one woman's summer at a farm blossomed into a successful career.
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 11 - Travel curbs disrupt exam candidates in NCRThe Cliff News, Oct 11
- Band'ing for the Barcomb'sB95.5, Oct 11
- Ancient animal mummies in the Berkshires
PITTSFIELD, Mass. (NEWS10) -- Did you know that you can take a trip back to Ancient Egypt-- without leaving the Berkshires? The "Soulful Creatures -- Animal Mummies in Ancient Egypt" exhibit is now open at the Berkshire…
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 11 - Ringo Starr Closes Tour at Palace Theatre AlbanyNYS Music, Oct 11
- Vehicle strikes building in Saratoga SpringsNewport Dispatch, Oct 10
- Mayor Mantello Releases Proposed 2027 City of Troy BudgetTroyNY.gov, Oct 10
- Capital region nightlife, events and more things to do — Albany Times Union paywallTimes Union, Oct 10
- Trump veers into Nobel Prize grievances during upstate New York rally on day award is announced paywallTimes Union, Oct 10
- 9 displaced after fire in Pittsfield
Nine people have been displaced following a structure fire in Pittsfield on Friday.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 10 - Niskayuna house fire turns deadly on Old River Road
NISKAYUNA, N.Y. (WNYT) – A deadly house fire in Niskayuna is under investigation after one person died from injuries suffered inside the home. Niskayuna Fire District 2 said the fire happened on Old River Road Friday af…
WNYT, Oct 10 - A misty morning in the Adirondacks
A cool fall morning causes mist to rise over sun-warmed water in the Adirondacks as wildlife greets the day
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 10 - Person dies after being pulled from house fire in Niskayuna
One person has died following a house fire in the town of Niskayuna on Friday, according to Niskayuna Fire District #2.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 10 - Lake Durant caretaker receives commendation for dangerous water rescue
Lake Durant caretaker Kristen Cummins paddled out during a rough storm to save a boater who was injured on the water
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 10 - Police: Man slashed co-worker with knife as she gave him ride home in Saratoga Springs paywallTimes Union, Oct 10
- Proposed Troy 2027 budget adds 3.4% tax hike, stays under state cap
TROY, N.Y. (WNYT) – Mayor Carmella R. Mantello released a proposed 2027 Troy budget that stays under the state tax cap while raising property taxes and water rates. Mantello released the proposal and said it focuses on…
WNYT, Oct 10 - Churchill: For Albany businesses (and residents), here comes another taxing idea paywallTimes Union, Oct 10
- Where to find the best foliage this fall
ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- It's leaf-peeping season! We're already seeing the colors start to change on our trees here in Albany, and the splendor is in full force in other parts of the region. News10's Valerie Wencis spo…
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 10 - Pittsfield apartment fire leaves 9 without home, roof collapses
Firefighters in Pittsfield are investigating a fire that displaced nine people after part of a building collapsed, according to Pittsfield Fire Chief Matthew Packard. The Berkshire Eagle first reported the fire and capt…
WNYT, Oct 10 - Saturday’s Walk to Strike Out ALS raises funds for patient care
The Walk to Strike Out ALS is happening at Hudson Valley Community College as former Troy Police Chief John Tedesco urges people to support Albany’s ALS Center. The walk starts at 10 a.m. at Hudson Valley Community Coll…
WNYT, Oct 10 - Move over Halloween, Spirit Christmas may be coming to a town near you
More than 40 stores across 15 states are expected to open.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 10 - The Latest: Isaias drops heavy rain on Alabama as Mexico’s Pacific coast prepares for Simon
Isaias has weakened after making landfall on the U.S. Gulf Coast near Destin, Florida. The storm hit the coast as a Category 2 hurricane Friday evening, but quickly lost power and is now considered a post-tropical cyclo…
WNYT, Oct 10 - Saratoga Springs PD: Coworker asked for ride, then attacked driver
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. (WNYT) – A Saratoga Springs woman suffered life-threatening injuries after police said a passenger attacked her inside her car before it hit a restaurant. Dispatchers alerted police and firefighte…
WNYT, Oct 10 - Prayer Flag and other poems by George Cassidy Payne
Poet George Cassidy Payne shares a selection of six poems exploring the outdoors, wildlife, nature and other themes
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 10 - Taking a statewide approach to fixing road salt runoff
As ground contamination mounts, New York State Salt Summit focuses on new technology to help maintain winter roads.
Adirondack Explorer, Oct 10 - Opinion: The quiet whitewashing of history at Bowling Green
Why New York must defend the Museum of the American Indian
City & State NY, Oct 10 - Beneath the surface: The fight to protect Philippine cavesInquirer.net, Oct 9
- New York lawmaker seeks more data in 'Enough is Enough' lawSpectrum News, Oct 9
- Missing World War 2 soldier returning home to Kingston
After over 80 years, a World War II soldier from Ulster County is finally returning home. On Friday, the Albany International Airport took part in the dignified transfer of U.S. Army soldier Albert Marks.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 9 - Fans take a spin at Wheel of Fortune LIVE! in Albany
Capital Region game show fans had the chance to spin the wheel, buy a vowel, and solve the puzzle at Wheel of Fortune LIVE! at Palace Theatre in Albany on Friday, October 9th.
NEWS10 ABC, Oct 9
Good News
- In an iconic 1975 clip, a teenage Michael Jackson stuns Cher during hypnotic robot dance duet
The clip marks a turning point in Michael Jackson's iconic public persona.
Upworthy, Oct 11 - Mom took her teenage son to the ER, and the doctor seriously doubted their relationship
"They doubted I was the parent."
Upworthy, Oct 11 - Mom explains why she gives her teens a ‘leave by’ curfew instead of an ‘arrive by’ curfew’
"I’ve learned that if my end goals are for my kids to learn responsibility…some flexibility is crucial." The post Mom explains why she gives her teens a ‘leave by’ curfew instead of an ‘arrive by’ curfew’ appeared first…
Upworthy, Oct 11 - The surprisingly simply reason why letters were called ‘uppercase’ and ‘lowercase’
Capital and small letters date back to ancient times. but these terms refer to something more modern…and literal. The post The surprisingly simply reason why letters were called ‘uppercase’ and ‘lowercase’ appeared firs…
Upworthy, Oct 11 - New Way to Relieve Arthritic Knees Without Drugs or Surgery by Changing Your Gait
Scientists are reporting that a simple adjustment to how people walk can relieve knee arthritis pain as effectively as prescription drugs—while also slowing the deterioration of cartilage. Nearly a quarter of people ove…
Good News Network, Oct 11 - Gen Z Nonprofit Aims to Give Away Free Permanent Housing on a Lottery Basis — to Anyone Interested
Nearly half of U.S. renters and a quarter of homeowners were housing cost-burdened in 2024, meaning they spent more than 30% of their income on housing. Hundreds of thousands of others can afford no home at all. Where c…
Nice News, Oct 11 - First-grade teacher with 34 students tearfully explains how ‘exhausting’ teaching is
"I truly believe this is my calling…But I also think we need to be honest about how hard this job can be." The post First-grade teacher with 34 students tearfully explains how ‘exhausting’ teaching is appeared first on…
Upworthy, Oct 11 - 9 of today’s most popular trends that in 10 years we’ll ask, ‘What were we thinking?’
"Gray floors. Gray walls. Gray cabinets."
Upworthy, Oct 11 - A dad rewatched a video of his son’s birthday. What he saw in himself changed the way he parents.
He watches the clip back every year as a reminder to be more present.
Upworthy, Oct 11 - Michigan middle school fundraiser offers parents refreshingly honest opt-out options
"I really wouldn't have helped anyway, so here's $100 to forget my name."
Upworthy, Oct 11 - In 125 years, millions of people have looked at this painting. No one really saw it until recently.
Van Gogh saw something it took scientists another 100 years to see.
Upworthy, Oct 11 - The two signs someone is incredibly intelligent, according to philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer
He understood the inner life of intelligent people.
Upworthy, Oct 11 - Instead of buying a home, 22-year-old spends life savings on a chunk of raw Colombian jungle
Why fight traffic when you can live with the monkey and harvest avocados?
Upworthy, Oct 11 - German man picks apart the American habit of smiling at strangers in the most German way
Public transportation is a "smile-free zone."
Upworthy, Oct 11 - Giant Tortoise Population is Thriving–Survey Finds 180,000 on One Island Chain
A landmark survey of the world’s largest free-roaming giant tortoise population has revealed the once-endangered species is now thriving. The latest count of tortoises on the Seychelles atoll of Aldabra revealed that th…
Good News Network, Oct 11 - Statins May Protect People From Glaucoma or Blindness By Preventing or Slowing Nerve Cell Death
Statins may be protecting people from more than just cholesterol, suggests new research from the University of California in San Diego. Patients with glaucoma who take the cholesterol-busting pills appear less likely to…
Good News Network, Oct 11 - Good News in History, October 11
51 years ago today, Saturday Night Live premiered on NBC with George Carlin as host. The seminal comedy television program in American history, SNL has launched the careers of dozens of talented writers, comics, and act…
Good News Network, Oct 11 - People applaud Massachusetts ice cream store owner’s salty response to rude customers
After a customer verbally abused a teenage employee, the owner had to speak out.
Upworthy, Oct 10 - 4 months before dying, Kurt Vonnegut shared one life-changing piece of advice to high schoolers
In a 2006 letter to an NYC high school class, Vonnegut urged them to make "any art."
Upworthy, Oct 10 - John Lennon once ‘snuck’ onto the set of ‘Happy Days’ to the delight of the cast and crew
"Potsie" shared that Lennon drew little doodles for the crew that are now worth a fortune.
Upworthy, Oct 10 - Two spooky ‘coincidences’ made me sure my phone was eavesdropping. Researching it made me feel crazy.
I am a reasonable, logical person and feel like I'm being gaslit by tech experts.
Upworthy, Oct 10 - Meet the first bear to ever receive a prosthetic paw: 'We do whatever it takes to help'
Baloo from “The Jungle Book” was inspired by the sloth bears of India.
Good Good Good, Oct 10 - Sloth Bear Named By Julia Roberts is Flourishing After Rescue From Dancing Trade in India
A sloth bear that made headlines when it was given a name by Julia Roberts after being saved from abuse is now flourishing, according to a rescue charity. The Hollywood star was filming Eat, Pray, Love in India in 2009…
Good News Network, Oct 10 - Daughter Gets to Join Dad as Co-Pilot, With Mom Serving on Flight’s Cabin Crew: A Surprise Full Circle Moment
A young pilot flew a commercial jet alongside her father as captain for the first time—while her mother worked in the cabin crew on the same flight. 22-year-old Zoë took to the skies with both her parents aboard the Dut…
Good News Network, Oct 10 - Lost Italian Statue by Trevi Fountain Artist Discovered in Salvage Yard Among the Garden Ornaments
A Roman artifact from the Italian sculptor responsible for the Trevi Fountain was discovered in a reclamation yard for a mere 300 British pounds ($400). The 27-inch-tall (68cm) model was fashioned by Pietro Bracci as a…
Good News Network, Oct 10 - Good News This Week: October 10, 2026 - Swans, Games, & Carports
Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating...
Good Good Good, Oct 10 - Your Weekly Horoscope – ‘Free Will Astrology’ by Rob Brezsny
Our partner Rob Brezsny, whose latest book is Enlightenment for Rebels: Celebrating Our Wild and Sacred Earthly Selves, provides his weekly wisdom to enlighten our thinking and motivate our mood. Rob’s Free Will Astrolo…
Good News Network, Oct 10 - Good News in History, October 10
63 years ago today, the second, and often considered best film starring James Bond, was released as From Russia With Love. In the film, Bond, played by Sean Connery, is sent to assist in the defection of Soviet consulat…
Good News Network, Oct 10 - 9 pumpkin recipes from the 1800s that are totally worth bringing back this fall
From pudding to marmalade to soup, here are nine old-fashioned pumpkin recipes to try this fall.
Upworthy, Oct 9 - 3 Ways Empowerment Starts at Home — For My Daughter and Girls Everywhere
I have three sons and was really coming into my own as a boy mom when I became pregnant with our fourth child several years ago. My husband, Reza, and I wanted to be surprised, so we didn't want to know the gender until…
Nice News, Oct 9 - Detroit builds a stronger pipeline of teachers equipped to support students with autism
Detroit and Michigan State University are taking action to better prepare teachers for students with autism.
Good Good Good, Oct 9 - Endangered leopard shark spotted in Samoan waters for the first time: 'Entirely unexpected'
The discoveries unearthed by National Geographic Pristine Seas have led to the creation of 28 marine reserves around the globe.
Good Good Good, Oct 9 - Podcast Transcript October 9th, 2026— (Guest Interview) A place to breathe: inside #CreateConnectCare, the youth mental health program giving young people a voice | World Mental Health Day 2026
Episode Description: If you have a teenager in your life and you’ve felt them pull away from conversations you used to have easily, this episode is for you. Kathy Saulitis has spent three years going through what young…
The Optimist Daily, Oct 9 - ‘I can breathe again’. Readers share their experiences of a more balanced media diet
We often talk about the impact journalism has on democracy and how we understand the world. But what about its impact on how we feel? The post ‘I can breathe again’. Readers share their experiences of a more balanced me…
Positive News, Oct 9 - Gen Z Is Rescuing Millions in Medical Supplies
In early August, a freight truck pulled up to an OhioHealth facility in Columbus and took roughly 30,000 pounds of N95 masks and hot-and-cold packs, all boxed, sealed and stamped with expiration dates still a year or tw…
Reasons to be Cheerful, Oct 9 - Three surprising reasons to slow down for a thoughtful, nutritious breakfast
From cognitive function to reinforcing family bonds, the benefits of making time for good, whole foods in the morning are plentiful The post Three surprising reasons to slow down for a thoughtful, nutritious breakfast a…
Positive News, Oct 9 - What went right this week: the good news that matters
A pivotal moment for climate justice in Australia, the Nobel prize, and a promising drug for Parkinson’s, plus more
Positive News, Oct 9 - The floating scarecrow saving seabirds from fishing nets
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM A bird-shaped kite and a floating scarecrow with spinning eyes reduced seabird deaths in Cornish fishing nets by up to 71 percent in a two-year trial. The devices cost relatively lit…
The Optimist Daily, Oct 8 - Coffee’s memory boosting effect might have nothing to do with caffeine, study suggests
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM In a small experiment, researchers found that only participants who drank decaffeinated coffee showed significant improvements on memory tests. Those who drank caffeinated coffee did…
The Optimist Daily, Oct 8 - Giant Tortoise Jonathan Is 194: How the World’s Oldest Land Animal Could Help Unlock the Secrets of Longevity
Jonathan the giant tortoise, famed for his exceptional longevity, was named one of Guinness World Records’ “ICONS” this year at age 194 — and he might just hold the same esteem in scientists’ eyes. The oldest-living lan…
Nice News, Oct 8 - Ice Cream Shop Goes Viral After Owner Defends Teen EmployeesSunny Skyz, Oct 8
- Prince William launches kit to help communities prepare for emergencies
The guide aims to help UK communities prepare for emergencies, with advice on everything from power cuts to supporting vulnerable neighbours The post Prince William launches kit to help communities prepare for emergenci…
Positive News, Oct 8 - How NYC Students Saved School Lunch
There were three clear reasons why Leslie Gomez Rivera avoided the cafeteria at her high school in Brooklyn: She didn’t like the food, the room felt hectic and there was a stigma attached to eating school meals. She pre…
Reasons to be Cheerful, Oct 8 - 356: Fire Amoeba. Lead poisoning. Kosovo landmines. Australian coal ❌.
Let the gunshots grow ever more distant, and let the sounds of life grow louder.
Fix the News, Oct 8 - Berlin mapped 900,000 street trees. Now 12,000 people water them.
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Amanda Gläser-Bligh named her street tree Linda. Linda is a linden, eight years old, growing outside Gläser-Bligh’s apartment building in Charlottenburg, and once a week during Berli…
The Optimist Daily, Oct 7 - What We’re Reading: California Joins the Balcony Solar Revolution
Welcome back to our weekly behind-the-scenes glimpse at what’s getting our team talking. Tell us what you’ve been reading at [email protected] and we just might feature it here. Sunny outlook Last year, Con…
Reasons to be Cheerful, Oct 7
Tech and AI
- The pros and cons of importing foreign phones to the US
Foreign phones can bring new features not often seen in the US, but you need to make sure they're compatible with your carrier.
Engadget, Oct 11 - OpenAI Dot vs. Meta Muse: How do these AI agents compare?
Meta and OpenAI's new AI agents are in direct competition. Here's what each can do, what they cost and who has access.
Engadget, Oct 11 - The reason the Xbox Series S is so much cheaper than the Series X
The Xbox Series X and S have seen the same price hikes as all other gaming hardware, but the Series S still provides a lower cost to entry.
Engadget, Oct 11 - AI is less regulated than milk, says Microsoft president
Brad Smith calls for global rules on AI, and says the UK is in the "best position" to lead the charge.
BBC, Oct 11 - Why Japan said goodbye to traditional flip phones
Flip phones endured in Japan longer than the US, but the trend is shifting.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Study finds many new cars share your data with third-party companies
A study by Northeastern University and Consumer Reports found that automakers are collecting data to allow advertisers to build in-depth profiles on consumers.
Engadget, Oct 11 - SpaceXAI's Grok: What's free in 2026 and what isn't?
As with most AI tools, Grok's free tier is pretty limited.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Is 3D printing safe to do in your bedroom or home office?
3D printers are everywhere, but where one should be placed in your home is something worth looking into.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Will the HomeView be Apple’s first smart home success?
Apple will announce a new smart home hub on Tuesday called the HomeView, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. Over the past couple of years, we’ve seen There have been multiple reports that Apple was working on a new s…
TechCrunch, Oct 11 - 48 hours to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 — hear directly from the people building what’s next
Less than 48 hours, TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 starts in San Francisco’s Moscone West. Save up to $100 on your pass before prices increase at the door, plus get 50% on a second pass. Or score other deals.
TechCrunch, Oct 11 - Funniest/Most Insightful Comments Of The Week At Techdirt
This week, our first place winner on the insightful side is Thad replying to a comment about Mark Zuckerberg’s past projects: I’d say the first thing he did was bring back the AOL silo paradigm. In second place, it’s Mr…
Techdirt, Oct 11 - Anbernic's next dual-screen handheld has the perfect aspect ratio for 3DS games
The RG DDS's main display has a 5:3 aspect ratio while its bottom screen will be 4:3.
Engadget, Oct 11 - The iPhone clock app has an oddity not many people know about
Sure, you can set your iPhone's alarm to any time you choose. But there's a hidden limit to how far your choices will stretch, though most users won't reach it.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Steam Frame teardown reveals one problem with its future repairs
In an otherwise repairable device, the cooling fan is hard to reach.
Engadget, Oct 11 - The meaning behind the padlock symbol in your PlayStation 5 game library
Digital game licenses aren't perfect, which is why you might see a padlock icon blocking you from PS5 games.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Can the AI industry persuade data center opponents by getting rid of NDAs?
On Equity, we debate the impact of data center moratoriums and whether the AI industry has a communication problem.
TechCrunch, Oct 11 - Why strong magnets can hinder the iPhone's rear-facing camera
Magnetic accessories can be handy, but make sure they're not interfering with your camera.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Apple's smart home hub will reportedly be called HomeView
Bloomberg reported that the HomeView device will start shipping in November.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Apple Home's new AI summaries for security cameras cost more than you'd think
If you have a lot of cameras in your home, get ready to pay for more expensive iCloud+ plans.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Feelgood factor of human interaction | Brief letters
Happy hormones | Fuel costs | Drive-in parking | Guys and girls | Young or old? | Singapore pollutionRe your report (‘Pull the plug’: protesters resort to direct action against AI firms, 6 October), the US neuroscientis…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Here's how long your Google Pixel phone will get software updates
Your Google Pixel phone has a set lifetime of support based on when it first went on sale. After that, you have few options for using it securely.
Engadget, Oct 11 - The hidden features every Waze user should know about
There are a load of features tucked away in Google's 'other' mapping app.
Engadget, Oct 11 - We're in the middle of a PS5 Pro shortage and GTA 6 will only make it worse
Rockstar's Grand Theft Auto 6 is set to become the most popular game ever and Sony is finding it very difficult to satisfy demand for the PlayStation 5 Pro.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Why it's important to backup data saved on your older thumb drives
Transferring important files to a thumb drive is brilliant for portability, but not always great for longevity. Here's why you should back them up elsewhere.
Engadget, Oct 11 - These execs think voice AI hasn’t reached its ChatGPT moment yet
Voice AI's often misses important points for its context layer, and causes the whole pipeline to break
TechCrunch, Oct 11 - Here's how much the PlayStation 5 cost in 2020 vs. 2026
The PS5 hasn't seen a major price cut or bundle like its predecessors. Instead, you'll pay even more for one today than at launch.
Engadget, Oct 11 - What's the difference between Android Automotive and Google Built-In?
One is a set of apps while the other can run almost everything inside of a car.
Engadget, Oct 11 - What is the oldest Samsung device that still gets software updates in 2026?
Knowing how long your phone will get updates is important for deciding when to upgrade.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Why CPU overclocking is mostly now a thing of the past
The performance gains you get with modern chips aren't as noteworthy as they used to be.
Engadget, Oct 11 - How to properly clean your solar panels (and why it's important)
Dirt can cut solar output, but cleaning only pays off when the numbers make sense.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Here's how much the MacBook Pro cost in 2021 vs. 2026
You'll be shocked to learn things are getting a lot more expensive.
Engadget, Oct 11 - Fixated on AI, the world has forgotten what is staring it in the face: nuclear annihilation | Simon Tisdall
This is no scoffing matter. The accelerating proliferation of advanced nuclear weapons is bringing ‘end times’ closer by the dayHumankind has fearfully and sometimes joyfully anticipated the end of the world ever since…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - ‘Gaza is a moral tear in the universe’: Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor | Radical Thinking with Aditya Chakrabortty – podcast
Are we really living through ‘end-times fascism’? Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor think so.In a new series from the Guardian, the pair speak to Radical Thinking with Aditya Chakrabortty in an extended interview. From Trump…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Dwarf Fortress uses version control now
I remember hearing a while ago that Dwarf Fortress didn't use version control. That fact has been lodged in my head, because given its inherent complexity I have trouble imagining a codebase that would benefit from vers…
Simon Willison, Oct 10 - How to enable Live Activities on iPhone and CarPlay
Live Activities put the most important real-time information from apps in a place where it's easy to keep an eye on.
Engadget, Oct 10 - How does a backup camera actually work?
Aftermarket backup cameras might not work as well as integrated ones, but they're still a useful upgrade to an older car.
Engadget, Oct 10 - Python 3.15.0 added to actions/python-versions
Python 3.15.0 added to actions/python-versions Bit of a niche link, but I've been waiting for this for a couple of days - I even told ChatGPT to check for it: Clone https://github.com/actions/python-versions and git pul…
Simon Willison, Oct 10 - How to use the parental controls on iOS 27
Screen Time has new features to help parents manage their children's Apple devices, as well as refinements to existing controls.
Engadget, Oct 10 - How to reduce mobile data usage on your iPhone
If your cellular plan has limited data, you'll want to take advantage of these easy tweaks to stretch those gigabytes.
Engadget, Oct 10 - Nuclear war and malicious use of AI threaten end of humanity by 2100, says Lancet assessment
Newly established commission identifies 17 catastrophic threats to human health but says ‘realistic route to act’ on each existsHumans could become extinct by the year 2100 due to malicious use of AI or nuclear conflict…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Microsoft’s Satya Nadella says AI models need an ‘emergency brake’
In a Saturday morning post, Microsoft's CEO wrote that it’s time “to step back and assess the trust architecture” of AI.
TechCrunch, Oct 10 - For reporters covering AI, keeping up with story is both tough and exciting
How NPR's team covering AI covers their increasingly important and fast moving beat.
NPR, Oct 10 - What are they saying about AI at San Francisco Tech Week?
Tech workers gathered in San Francisco this week to talk about the opportunities they see for their industry, their mixed feelings about AI, and the high cost of living in the Bay Area.
NPR, Oct 10 - Apple discloses deal to hire team and license tech from personalized podcast startup Huxe
Is Apple hoping to get into the AI-generated podcast business?
TechCrunch, Oct 10 - This Week In Techdirt History: October 4th – 10th
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Techdirt, Oct 10 - King warns malicious online actors are evolving tactics
The King spoke of "threats to our international order" in a letter marking the 10th anniversary of the National Cyber Security Centre.
BBC, Oct 10 - 3 days to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Meet the startups before they hit mainstream
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 takes place October 13-15 in San Francisco. Over 300 startups will show what they’ve built to 10,000 tech leaders. Plus, 250+ speakers are ready to share insights across 200+ sessions. Register b…
TechCrunch, Oct 10 - Here are the top AI agents that can live in your text messages
We created a list of the most notable AI agents that can live in your text messages, from general assistants to agents designed for families, travel, and work.
TechCrunch, Oct 10 - Ex-OpenAI safety lead David Robinson warns of 'broken' tech culture
David Robinson is the latest tech industry employee to quit over AI safety concerns. He tells NPR's Scott Simon the "culture is broken" at OpenAI.
NPR, Oct 10 - Scientists Detect Record-Breaking Radio Signal from the Ancient Universe
A fast radio burst that traveled across 10 billion light years reached Earth in 2024, doubling the distance record for these unexplained and energetic signals from space.
404 Media, Oct 10 - Jon Davis on job titles in the age of AI – cartoonThe Guardian, Oct 10
- How drones are hunting fires hidden beneath the Cairngorms
Dramatic flames from the huge Cairngorms wildfire in July have disappeared - but hot spots can continue to burn beneath the earth.
BBC, Oct 10 - ‘Gaza is a moral tear in the universe’: Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor | Radical Thinking with Aditya Chakrabortty – podcast
Are we really living through ‘end times fascism’? Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor think so.In a new series from the Guardian, the pair speak to Radical Thinking with Aditya Chakrabortty in an extended interview. From Trump…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Polling: Americans Uncertain On RFK Jr.’s Vaccine Stance, Very Certain That They Hate Him
In my many, many posts about RFK Jr. and his disastrous tenure as Secretary of HHS, there are two themes that have hopefully broken through all the noise. The first is that Kennedy is a miserable communicator, in a way…
Techdirt, Oct 9 - Kalshi taps former FBI agent to fight against money laundering
The prediction market company says it wants to prevent its platform from being abused by criminals. The company is facing mounting pressure over market manipulation and insider trading on the site.
NPR, Oct 9 - US Postal Service To Start Exploring Its Always-On Surveillance Options
Here comes the latest in ho-hum dystopia. And by that, I mean surveillance creep has become such a regular occurrence that it takes something truly Overton Window-breaking to gain traction with the general public. But t…
Techdirt, Oct 9 - Ukraine’s drones knock out AI data center belonging to "Russia’s Google"
One damaged data center has supercomputers used for training Yandex’s AI model.
Ars Technica, Oct 9 - Ctrl-Alt-Speech: Like Herding Chats
Ctrl-Alt-Speech is a weekly podcast about the latest news in online speech, from Mike Masnick and Everything in Moderation‘s Ben Whitelaw. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, Pocket Casts, YouTube, or yo…
Techdirt, Oct 9 - AI surveillance startup Flock to cut several hundred jobs amid backlash, sources say
Company, which grown rapidly in recent years, has been under scrutiny as privacy concerns growFlock Safety plans to let go of about 18% of its employees, people with direct knowledge of the plans said on Thursday, as t…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - AI coding agents generate more code, but not more software
Study finds coding efficiency gains get "absorbed" by human review "bottleneck."
Ars Technica, Oct 9 - AI disqualification yields new Nikon Small World in Motion winner
New winner is Nguyen Nam Nhat of Vietnam for video of a roundworm and single-celled Dileptus.
Ars Technica, Oct 9 - Following 404 Media Investigation, Senator Demands Info About White House's License Plate Surveillance Program
Sen. Ron Wyden is seeking a privacy review report about the HIDTA license plate program.
404 Media, Oct 9
Science and Space
- Watch: Endangered orangutans released back into the wild after Borneo fires
The critically endangered apes were rescued from intense wildfires that destroyed their habitat in August and September.
BBC, Oct 11 - American ranchers wrestle with soaring costs - and their loyalty to Trump
Many farmers in states that backed the president say they are being hit from all sides, with the crucial midterm elections just weeks away.
BBC, Oct 11 - 'Prepare for the unthinkable' warning over autumn flooding
Those living in flood-hit areas say they are worried, and have started preparing.
BBC, Oct 11 - Owners fear 'healthy' dog died due to orange substance exposure on contaminated land
Donna and Pete O'Brien say Misty's health declined after a walk.
BBC, Oct 11 - Council exceeds Surrey tree planting target
A report finds some 885,000 trees have been planted, but there are concerns over survival rates.
BBC, Oct 11 - 'I watched Apollo 17 launch with Neil Armstrong'
Dermot Gethings was 16 when Nasa picked him to watch the Apollo 17 launch alongside Neil Armstrong.
BBC, Oct 11 - The eye has a hidden cleanup system scientists never knew existed
Scientists have discovered a hidden cleanup system at the back of the eye that drains fluid and waste through a previously unknown pathway. The surprising finding, demonstrated in mice, could open the door to new treatm…
ScienceDaily, Oct 11 - APOD: 2026 October 11 – Ice Fishing for Cosmic Neutrinos
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 11 – Ice… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or phot…
NASA, Oct 11 - Scientists build a nuclear clock that could make atomic clocks obsolete
Scientists in Vienna have achieved a major breakthrough in timekeeping by creating the world’s first self-stabilizing nuclear clock, a technology that could eventually surpass even the most precise atomic clocks. Instea…
ScienceDaily, Oct 10 - Neanderthals may have used prehistoric glue as an ancient antibiotic
Neanderthals may have used a sticky substance made from birch bark to treat wounds thousands of years before antibiotics existed. Researchers recreated ancient birch tar production techniques and discovered that every s…
ScienceDaily, Oct 10 - Scientists created a tiny device that can control your nerves to treat chronic pain
Scientists have developed a tiny, injectable device that can control nerve activity without surgery, batteries, or wires, potentially transforming treatment for chronic pain and movement disorders. Powered wirelessly fr…
ScienceDaily, Oct 10 - Scientists may have found a shortcut to fusion energy
Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory may have found a dramatically more efficient route to fusion energy by reversing the traditional approach: heating plasma first, then increasing its density. Their calculations could…
ScienceDaily, Oct 10 - Loneliness may steal nearly 6 years of good health
A large study suggests loneliness and social isolation can cost people years of healthy life, especially when it comes to mental health. Men experiencing both lost about 5.8 years free from depression and anxiety, while…
ScienceDaily, Oct 10 - MIT astronomers catch a star in a feast that could last billions of years
Astronomers have discovered a bizarre star system about 300 light-years from Earth where a small star is slowly devouring a nearby brown dwarf, an object too massive to be a planet but too small to be a true star. Unlik…
ScienceDaily, Oct 10 - Hundreds protest over data centre plans
Placard-waving opponents highlight concerns about a data centre development on the local landscape.
BBC, Oct 10 - The origin of the chew: When did we learn to eat like this?
It's likely you've already chewed and swallowed some tasty morsel today. But when did that ability emerge? New evidence points to at least the middle Jurassic, back when dinosaurs still reigned.
NPR, Oct 10 - Asbestos mystery leaves beloved beach closed
With Mount Batten Beach fenced off since July, residents and campaigners are demanding answers.
BBC, Oct 10 - Chemicals at former fuel depot 'have been removed'
Barrels of forever chemicals left at a development site have been removed, a developer has said.
BBC, Oct 10 - APOD: 2026 October 10 – Lunar Farside
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 10… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph…
NASA, Oct 10 - A famous quantum effect can finally be predicted in real materials
Scientists have developed a powerful new way to calculate the Kondo effect, a strange quantum phenomenon that appears when magnetic atoms are embedded in metals. Instead of relying on simplified models, the method uses…
ScienceDaily, Oct 9 - 'People don't think recycling at work is part of their job description'
Unclear labelling as well as a lack of recycling facilities at work or in public-facing businesses is an issue.
BBC, Oct 9 - NASA Seeks US Industry Plans for Commercial Space Stations
NASA is advancing American leadership in space by taking the next step toward a future where commercial space stations lead the way in low Earth orbit. On Friday, the agency released its final Request for Proposals invi…
NASA, Oct 9 - Hubble Space Telescope may have found a planet born after its star died
A strange chemical signature in old Hubble observations may point to a planet that formed after its star had already died. Astronomers found unusually high levels of niobium around the white dwarf HS 0209+0832, suggesti…
ScienceDaily, Oct 9 - NASA Demonstrates Next-Generation Heat Shield Technologies
NASA is testing heat shields that can keep astronauts safe as they return from missions to the Moon and Mars in an unusual way: by taking out the trash. When Northrop Grumman 24th cargo resupply mission for NASA undocke…
NASA, Oct 9 - Isaias becomes major category three storm before landfall
Isaias, the first hurricane of the Atlantic season has been continuing to strengthen and is now a category three 'major' hurricane.
BBC, Oct 9 - Hurricane Isaias strengthens as it heads towards land
Isaias will bring damaging winds, torrential rain and a storm surge with landfall expected late Friday.
BBC, Oct 9 - Why you've probably been thinking about narcolepsy all wrong
The sleep disorder has been the butt of jokes and a comedic plot point, but the reality of living with narcolepsy is anything but funny. Things could be about to change for people with the condition though, after the US…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - Cosmic House of Mirrors
Galaxies warp and multiply as if in a house of mirrors in this image from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope released on Sept. 29, 2026. The brilliant golden galaxies seen here are part of a galaxy cluster called MACS J0…
NASA, Oct 9 - 'Tropical jungle' of wallabies, porcupines and parrots must move after neighbours complain
James Wale moved to the site two years ago and keeps animals including wallabies and rare birds.
BBC, Oct 9 - Scientists find hidden materials that could improve batteries and solar fuels
Scientists have uncovered a hidden world of “in-between” materials that briefly form as chemical ingredients are heated, revealing structures that conventional methods can miss. Among the discoveries is a previously unk…
ScienceDaily, Oct 9 - Bacteria turn a virus’ own weapon against it
Researchers have uncovered a new way bacteria detect viral attacks: a virus-produced enzyme cuts a bacterial sensor protein, triggering a self-destructing immune response. The discovery could lead to more effective phag…
ScienceDaily, Oct 9 - A 9-billion-year-old signal could help explain dark energy
A Canadian radio telescope has detected the faint glow of hydrogen from billions of years ago using only its own observations, proving a long-awaited way to map the distant universe can actually work. CHIME can use this…
ScienceDaily, Oct 9 - Navajo environmentalists were offered money to drop opposition to energy project
On the Navajo Reservation, a would-be energy developer appears to have tried to bribe a local environmental group to drop opposition to his project.
NPR, Oct 9 - You have a higher chance of getting cancer at a younger age than your parents. So what went wrong? | Devi Sridhar
Some change in our lifestyles and environments over a generation has caused this increased risk. What, exactly, is a mysteryProf Devi Sridhar is chair of global public health at the University of EdinburghIn the field o…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - Why Elon Musk is taking on India's richest man over Starlink
Musk has taken pot-shots at Reliance owner Mukesh Ambani as Starlink struggles to launch in India.
BBC, Oct 9 - Isaias strengthens into Category 2 hurricane on collision course with the Gulf Coast
The first hurricane of the Atlantic season was forecast to intensify rapidly and cause dangerous conditions in the Florida Panhandle, southern Alabama and southern Mississippi when it makes landfall late Friday or early…
NPR, Oct 9 - Floodwaters Overwhelm Thailand
Heavy rains since mid-September have caused widespread flooding that has affected millions of people across the country.
NASA, Oct 9 - Study finds 194-year-old tortoise is 'aging more slowly than you would expect'
Researchers are studying the genome of the world's oldest land animal — a 194-year-old tortoise named Jonathan — to uncover secrets about his longevity.
NPR, Oct 8 - NASA Briefing to Highlight Contributions to Martian Moons Mission
Media are invited to join NASA for a media teleconference at 4 p.m. EDT, Thursday, Oct. 15, to preview the agency’s contributions to JAXA’s (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) Martian Moons eXploration (MMX) mission. T…
NASA, Oct 8 - Four astronauts return to Earth from ISS after medical relief mission
Crew hurried to International Space Station eight months ago after astronaut fell ill in spaceFour astronauts returned to Earth from the International Space Station on Thursday after hurrying there eight months ago to r…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Gene therapy can partly restore sight in blind people, researchers reveal
Optogenetic therapy, based on Nobel prize-winning science, involves turning nerve cells on and off using light A type of gene therapy based on Nobel prize-winning science is safe and can partly restore sight in blind pe…
The Guardian, Oct 7
History
- How Did the Medieval Economy Really Work? Chris Wickham Explains
In one of his key works, the late historian Chris Wickham explains how medieval economies worked and the roles of peasants, markets and feudalism.
Medievalists.net, Oct 11 - New Medieval Books: After Rumi
The 13th-century mystic Rumi had a profound influence on Sufism, the mystical tradition of Islam. This book explores the religious community that emerged from his teachings and examines the role his followers played in…
Medievalists.net, Oct 11 - The Dirty Business of Making Leather in the Middle Ages
Discover the dirty business of medieval leather-making, from tanning hides with urine and dung to the pollution caused by tanneries in medieval towns.
Medievalists.net, Oct 10 - A King in Crisis: Why King John Lost His Subjects’ Loyalty
Why did King John lose his subjects’ loyalty? His troubled reign brought Magna Carta, baronial rebellion and a foreign invasion that threatened his dynasty.
Medievalists.net, Oct 10 - Don’t rebuild the dam: Ukrainian experts urge Unesco to protect site uncovered by Russian sabotage
As archaeologists find treasure trove along new floodplain, conservationists say another Nova Kakhovka would be ecocideOn a warm September day, a group of underwater archaeologists and researchers were boiling water for…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Chris Wickham, Leading Historian of Medieval Europe, Passes Away
Chris Wickham, one of the most influential historians of medieval Europe, has passed away. His research transformed how scholars understand the transition from the Roman Empire to the Middle Ages, while his books introd…
Medievalists.net, Oct 10 - Archaeologists Uncover Medieval Fortified Settlement in Kazakhstan
Archaeologists in Kazakhstan have uncovered a sixth- to seventh-century fortified settlement, revealing ancient walls, pottery and a rare bird figurine.
Medievalists.net, Oct 9 - Evidence for Agricultural Transition Identified in Cave Overlooking the Adriatic Sea
TRIESTE, ITALY—La Brújula Verde reports that a camp used by Mesolithic hunter-gatherers has been found […] The post Evidence for Agricultural Transition Identified in Cave Overlooking the Adriatic Sea appeared first on…
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 9 - More Stone Circles Uncovered at Ancient Burial Ground in Norway
OSLO, NORWAY—Additional ring ditches have been discovered at the Hunn burial ground in eastern Norway
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 9 - Gut Microbiome Analysis Links Populations in Africa and South America
SANTA BARBARA, CALIFORNIA—According to a statement released by the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB),
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 9 - How to Keep Track of Your Sources on JSTOR
Learn where to find bibliographic information so you have the details you need when it’s time to cite your research.
JSTOR Daily, Oct 9 - Drinking Customs in Merry Olde England
Raising toasts, sharing cups of cheer, and singing raucous songs while partaking of alcohol are customs which date back to the early Middle Ages in England. Several of the more formal customs persist today in public and…
World History Encyclopedia, Oct 9 - Bone Comb Unearthed at South Carolina Colonial Town
DORCHESTER COUNTY, SOUTH CAROLINA—WCBD reports that a bone comb has been unearthed at Colonial Dorchester
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 8 - The Rogue Hospitallers: Criminals on Crusade
Dr Steve Tibble takes us on a riotous tour of the Hospitallers who went rogue in the Holy Land…interspersed with hilarious reminisces of…
Medievalists.net, Oct 8 - Scandinavian Domestic Burials Studied
COPENHAGEN, DENMARK—Analysis of more than 190 bones from people who were buried in Scandinavia between
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 8 - Symeon the New Theologian: Queer Desire in Devotional Poetry, with Derek Krueger
A conversation with Derek Krueger on homoerotic language and imagery in the works of the eleventh-century writer Symeon the New Theologian. These passages are unusual enough that earlier editors and scholars were made u…
Medievalists.net, Oct 8 - Ring with Lighthouse of Alexandria Image Recovered
ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT—According to a report in La Brújula Verde, a bronze signet ring engraved with
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 8 - Celebrating Indigenous Peoples and Cultures
Discover scholarship that challenges myths and explores the histories, cultures, and enduring contributions of Indigenous peoples.
JSTOR Daily, Oct 8 - Why King Arthur Still Shapes Pop Culture
Eight centuries after the legends took shape, Arthur's world continues to inspire filmmakers, musicians, advertisers, and ideologues.
JSTOR Daily, Oct 8 - From Slasher Films to Vampire Flicks, Horror Movies Are More Popular Than Ever. Relive the Genre's Scariest Moments—if You Dare—at a New Exhibition
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' latest show features nearly 350 props, costumes and artifacts from such films as "Psycho," "The Shining" and "Sinners"
Smithsonian Magazine, Oct 8 - Officers of the Roman Army
With the appearance of the legionary, the Roman army was able to maintain a vast empire that totally embraced the Mediterranean Sea. Although the success of the army rested on the backs of the foot-soldiers and cavalry,…
World History Encyclopedia, Oct 8 - How Music and Politics Intertwined in the Time of Louis XIV
During the reign of Louis XIV of France (1643-1715), music accompanied some of the most visible occasions of royal life: entrances, diplomatic receptions, religious services, court festivals, ballets, and eventually tra…
World History Encyclopedia, Oct 8 - Black Ivy in the Classroom: How Black Teachers Used Style as Pedagogy
Growing up in the 1970s and 1980s, I viewed Black teachers as icons of fashion and style. Mr. Willie Cain, The post Black Ivy in the Classroom: How Black Teachers Used Style as Pedagogy first appeared on AAIHS.
Black Perspectives (AAIHS), Oct 8 - Coca Leaves Found in Llama Wool at Peru’s Tambo Viejo
CALGARY, CANADA—According to a Phys.org report, coca leaves have been found in the fur of
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 7 - Roman Settlement Found Near Ancient Fort in Germany
HESSE, GERMANY—Live Science reports that a temple dedicated to Mars, the Roman god of war,
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 7 - When Did People Arrive in the Americas?
LAWRENCE, KANSAS—Bethany Potter of the University of Kansas and her colleagues reviewed migration models for
Archaeology Magazine, Oct 7 - Contracts for War: How Medieval Bishops Raised Armies
How did medieval bishops raise armies for war? David Bachrach reveals how military contracts helped them secure the troops their kings demanded.
Medievalists.net, Oct 7 - The Radical History of Italian Americans
In the early twentieth century, immigrant anarchists organized across U.S. cities and stood at the center of major labor struggles.
JSTOR Daily, Oct 7 - Paul Carus’ The History of the Devil and the Idea of Evil (1899)
A history of the Evil One, from the earliest times to the present.
The Public Domain Review, Oct 7 - Khmer Empire Developed Massive State Healthcare System, Study Finds
A new study examines how the Khmer Empire under Jayavarman VII created a remarkable network of 102 hospitals offering free healthcare across its territories.
Medievalists.net, Oct 7 - Ming Taxation & the Silver Economy
The rulers of China's Ming dynasty (1368-1644) acquired an insatiable desire for silver in the 16th century, largely to pay for huge prestige projects like building the Forbidden City in Beijing and repairing the Great…
World History Encyclopedia, Oct 7
Health
- Childhood cancer symptoms can be easily missed - here's what to look out for
Although rare, cancer is the leading cause of death from disease among children under 15 in the UK.
BBC, Oct 11 - The Guardian view on mental health: overdiagnosis is not the problem facing young people | Editorial
Parity of esteem with physical healthcare remains a distant prospect. Ministers must do more to tackle rising distressPerhaps the single most important finding of the independent review into mental health, ADHD and auti…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Do we really ‘hold tension’ in our hips?
The idea is popular in wellness circles, but experts say there’s no evidence that trauma uniquely affects the hips. Here’s what causes hip tightness and what can helpIn yoga classes, on TikTok and throughout other welln…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Finally, a helpful intervention in the ‘overdiagnosis’ wars. But where’s the money to answer this tragedy? | John Harris
There is much to agree with in the Fonagy review into mental health support. Without serious public funding, however, its approach won’t workBack in late 2025, when Keir Starmer’s grip on the Labour party was loosening…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Flu season arrives earlier than usual in England, experts say
UK Health Security Agency notes above-average flu activity in September and urges at-risk groups to get vaccinatedFlu is striking earlier than usual in England, experts have said, insisting that vaccination is the best…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - ‘I want to do everything I can to head off dementia’: why demand for the shingles vaccine is soaring
Could a drug intended to prevent painful rashes also protect our brains as we get older? The signs are promising – but not conclusive. Yet that’s enough to be driving a boom in shingles jabsWhen Jenny, a 50-year-old mar…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - How one antibiotic morning-after pill came to be widely available in San Francisco
An antibiotic morning-after pill has been shown to be effective for preventing STIs among gay men, but some doctors worry about antibiotic resistance. This story discusses STIs and their symptoms.
NPR, Oct 11 - Physicians’ group calls for ban on raw milk – as it’s becoming increasingly popular in the US
As raw milk industry experiences record growth, experts say it might contain pathogens that can sicken peopleAs raw milk becomes increasingly popular among Americans, there have been several recent disease outbreaks tie…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Don't be scared: Being afraid is outright fun, and maybe useful
Listeners of NPR's Weekend Edition Sunday may already know that host Ayesha Rascoe loves horror. But why do scream queens (and kings) like her like what's frightening? The answer may surprise you.
NPR, Oct 11 - Sweating the details: Sauna's potential health benefits draw scientists' interest
A group of international researchers is pushing to rigorously study the potential health benefits of sauna and other heat therapies. They hope to bring scientific legitimacy to the age-old practices.
NPR, Oct 11 - Service increases access to mental health support
The programme covers a range of topics, including managing anxiety and boosting self-esteem.
BBC, Oct 11 - Carys lived with endometriosis pain for decades, then everything changed
Carys Thurlby says "intense pain had become my normal" but surgery changed her life.
BBC, Oct 11 - ‘I get really upset when I visit’: the harsh reality of life in a high-security hospital in England
When the Southport killer Axel Rudakubana was transferred from a category A prison to Broadmoor hospital, many observers complained that he was getting off lightly. But these places are anything but ‘cushy’, says the mo…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - FDA may allow some toxic chemicals to be added to food without safety review. Experts are alarmed
Regulator looks to expand loophole to allow dangerous compounds in food as long as they’re not carcinogenicThe US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing to expand a controversial loophole to allow some of the w…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Ongoing lawsuits allege GLP-1s can cause serious harm. But we don't know how often
Scant data about serious adverse effects makes it harder to answer scientific and legal questions about how often the drugs might cause serious harm like blindness or pancreatitis.
NPR, Oct 10 - Journalists Go Behind Health Headlines From Georgia, Michigan, and Russia
KFF Health News journalists made the rounds on national and local media recently to discuss topical stories. Here’s a collection of their appearances.
KFF Health News, Oct 10 - 'What terminal cancer has taught me about life'
A Gloucestershire man with terminal cancer shares the life lessons he wishes he'd learned sooner.
BBC, Oct 10 - What happens when you don't know your family medical history?
People who have been adopted or in care sometimes struggle to access family medical history which would be crucial to their own health.
BBC, Oct 10 - NHS faces exodus of ADHD and autism services staff to private clinics
Brain drain of psychologists, psychiatrists and nurses leaves NHS ‘weaker’, driving patients to seek care elsewhereFull report | NHS at risk of ‘system failures’ as demand for ADHD and autism care soars, inquiry findsTh…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - Insurance model is no substitute for the NHS | Letter
Susan Jones points out that an NHS-style system does not require either sales costs or shareholder profitsIn Dining across the divide (4 October), the young participant, Ted, is quoted as expressing his “desire to aboli…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - Yes, hang-xiety is a real thing
Waking up feeling hungover AND anxious? BBC Health's Chloe Hayward explains the science behind hang-xiety.
BBC, Oct 9 - Report highlights flaws in ADHD and autism care
There is a risk of people being over-diagnosed with ADHD and autism, an official review in England has found.
BBC, Oct 9 - Autism, ADHD and mental health review: What you need to know
It contains big lessons for the NHS, welfare, education and employment policies. What are the key takeaways?
BBC, Oct 9 - Fund launched to back community wellbeing projects
The fund aims to attract support from individuals, families, businesses and charitable trusts.
BBC, Oct 9 - ChatGPT for Teens has special safeguards. A watchdog group finds most don't work
A study from Common Sense Media says most safeguards in ChatGPT for Teens failed. The chatbot talks to teens like a friend and doesn't alert parents when users talk about self-harm and suicide.
NPR, Oct 9 - AI, Tech Leaders Are Lobbying Trump Health Officials in a Government-Run Chat Room
A Slack workspace managed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has served as an extraordinary war room for AI industry insiders and Trump administration officials to launch a rapid campaign aimed at persuadin…
KFF Health News, Oct 9 - ‘We Are Seen as Disposable’: Rural Residents Fight a Proposed Gas Pipeline
Research shows natural gas pipelines — and the public health risks they carry — are concentrated in low-income and minority areas where people suffer higher rates of poverty and physical disabilities and have fewer mean…
KFF Health News, Oct 9 - RFK Jr. touts vaccine injury initiative, worrying experts
Heath Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announces new steps aimed at identifying and treating complications from vaccines.
NPR, Oct 9 - 'I rage and I don't care': Why women are reclaiming their anger
Studies suggest women are getting angrier, but are they just more open about it?
BBC, Oct 8 - 'You can talk about your feelings without anybody judging you'
Around 100 school children have taken part in an art project to help them deal with bereavement.
BBC, Oct 8 - Health Secretary Kennedy touts an initiative to study vaccine safety
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has established a new clinic at the National Institutes of Health to study vaccine injuries. It's part of a larger administration effort on vaccine safety.
NPR, Oct 8 - Suicide is up among Black Americans. We need to talk about it.
NPR's Michel Martin hosted a panel conversation about mental health and suicide in the Black community, exploring a difficult subject in deeply personal conversations.
NPR, Oct 8 - The Guardian view on cancers in under-50s: the risks of obesity must be confronted | Editorial
More research into the troubling rise in early onset cancers is needed. But we already know that food is among the culpritsThe latest findings about the rise in cancers in people under 50, from the World Cancer Research…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - I’m a personal trainer and this compact dumbbell set is the best additon to my home gym
If you want to step up your strength training at home, snag this compact set at a deal
The Guardian, Oct 8 - ‘Cancer is tripling and will keep increasing’: first African to lead global action against disease ready for battle
With cancer cases rising fastest in poorer countries, Zainab Shinkafi-Bagudu, president-elect of the Union for International Cancer Control, says Africa needs investment in research, diagnosis and preventionWhen Dr Zain…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Listen to the Latest ‘KFF Health News Minute’
The "KFF Health News Minute" brings original healthcare and health policy reporting from our newsroom to the airwaves each week.
KFF Health News, Oct 8 - ‘Medicare for All’ Is Back. Now Comes the Hard Part.
At a time when more than 100 million Americans carry medical debt, it’s easy to get behind a promise of free, or free-ish, no-hassle health care. But turning an inspirational slogan into law gets gnarly.
KFF Health News, Oct 8 - Medical Debt Is Crushing Hospital Patients in Los Angeles. Health Officials May Have a Fix.
In Los Angeles County, the nation’s most populous, a new system could screen hospital patients for financial aid, preventing hundreds of thousands from getting bills they can’t pay.
KFF Health News, Oct 8 - New Maryland law requires radiologists inform patients of heart disease warning sign
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with radiologist Dr. Lisa Mullen about a new Maryland law requiring that patients be notified if mammogram results show calcium deposits in blood vessels.
NPR, Oct 8 - Republicans and Democrats find a unifying target: Pharmacy benefit managers
Republicans and Democrats, both patients and politicians, seem united in their disdain for the healthcare companies known as pharmacy benefit managers. Tennessee and Arkansas are regulating now them.
NPR, Oct 7 - The WHO seeks more details on the death of a plague research lab employee in Russia
The World Health Organization says it wants more information on what caused the death of an employee at a Russian plague research lab. Russia says the woman died of pneumonia of unknown origin.
NPR, Oct 7 - ‘Medicare for All’ Message Attracts Voters Buckling Under Medical Bills
The idea of scrapping the U.S. health insurance system for a massive expansion of government-funded healthcare isn’t new. But voters hit by ballooning private health insurance costs are rallying behind midterm candidate…
KFF Health News, Oct 7
Climate
- In New Mexico, a river runs through ‘the middle of a hellscape’
As climate change dries the state, the Pecos faces a growing threat as it runs through the Permian Basin oilfield.
Grist, Oct 11 - ‘I didn’t want to write about this’: the man who first saw chimps waging civil war
John Mitani spent years studying a huge community of chimpanzees in Uganda. But then things took a dark turn – and his findings stunned the scientific worldJohn Mitani can still remember the first time he set foot in Ug…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - The Greek National Park Suffocated by Fish Farming
This story is part of an investigation conducted by an international team of journalists based at The Outlaw Ocean Project. Read the other stories here. For two thousand years, the Ambracian Gulf in western Greece provi…
Inside Climate News, Oct 11 - The Race for Lithium Is Becoming a Race for Water
This investigation was reported in a collaboration between Inside Climate News and Columbia Journalism Investigations. CALIPATRIA, Calif.—On a border-town road surrounded by alfalfa and grain fields, William Cooper stop…
Inside Climate News, Oct 11 - As Rival Resorts Battle in a Bahamas Court, a Threatened Conch’s Nursery Is Caught in the Middle
Queen conch larvae drift for two to three weeks before settling into seagrass, where their first food grows on the thin green blades. This is where they spend most of their first year, buried in the sand. In the Exumas…
Inside Climate News, Oct 11 - Blooming beautiful! The Tesselaar tulip festival – in pictures
The annual month-long festival takes place at a flower farm in the Victorian town of Silvan when the tulips are at their best
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Fifty billion seedlings: Can Ethiopia replant its ravaged forests?
A legacy of deforestation has left Ethiopia struggling with more intense flooding and drought. The country is trying to restore its native forests through one of the world’s most ambitious and well-funded tree-planting…
Grist, Oct 10 - Greece’s Seafood Problem Starts Elsewhere
This story is part of an investigation conducted by an international team of journalists based at The Outlaw Ocean Project. Read the other stories here. In May, the Hellenic Aquaculture Producers Organization gathered i…
Inside Climate News, Oct 10 - In One Historically Black Florida Community, the Drinking Water Is Brown
WHITTED, Fla.—When Ann Jones runs her kitchen faucet, the water flows clear only some of the time. Sometimes the water is brown. Fill a pitcher, and the water is the color of iced tea. Jones, 81, is a gentle woman who h…
Inside Climate News, Oct 10 - Unpacking the Environmental Issues in Susan Collins’ Tough Race in Maine
From our collaborating partner “Living on Earth,” public radio’s environmental news magazine, an interview by host Steve Curwood with veteran Maine journalist Kevin Miller. The closely watched race for U.S. Senate in Ma…
Inside Climate News, Oct 10 - Climate crisis is coming to crush many of world’s best surf breaks, study warns
Changing tide levels, shifting sands and hardened shorelines put waves at risk, affecting more than just surfersThe climate crisis is coming for some of the world’s greatest surf breaks, submerging some as sea level ris…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - Northern California Community Wants Stronger Oversight of Dangerous Refineries Nearby
MARTINEZ, Calif.—Scores of people tired of living near accident-prone refineries packed an elementary school auditorium to hear what their government officials were doing to protect them. Two local refineries, Marathon…
Inside Climate News, Oct 9 - Looking for Oil in Alaska, No Environmental Strings Attached
Oil companies will no longer be required to conduct environmental reviews before exploring for fossil fuel reservoirs in the Western Arctic, the largest tract of federally managed public land in the United States. The B…
Inside Climate News, Oct 9 - Michigan Spill Prompts Federal Probe of Energy Transfer Pipelines’ Safety
A crude oil pipeline spill last month in the Detroit suburbs has prompted federal authorities to open an investigation into the safety of all 20,000 miles of hazardous liquids pipelines operated by Energy Transfer. The…
Inside Climate News, Oct 9 - SEC Issues Warning to Investment Firms That Challenged ExxonMobil
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission issued an unusual warning this week to the country’s largest asset managers and a climate-focused investor group over their roles in a 2021 campaign that replaced board direct…
Inside Climate News, Oct 9 - Instagram Photo Reveals New Species of Giant Waterlily
Researchers have recorded a new species of giant waterlily after first spotting the plant in an Instagram photo. Read more on E360 →
Yale Environment 360, Oct 9 - China’s Blue Mirage
This story is part of an investigation conducted by an international team of journalists based at The Outlaw Ocean Project. Read the other stories here. Xinjiang is a land of unforgiving extremes. Across its 600,000 squ…
Inside Climate News, Oct 9 - South Baltimore Residents Grapple With Contradictory Incinerator Decisions
Around 100 Baltimore residents packed a community hall in the Curtis Bay neighborhood on the evening of Oct. 1. One after another, they implored the Maryland Department of the Environment not to renew the air permit for…
Inside Climate News, Oct 9 - The Louisiana wind industry’s plan for survival: Outlast Trump
Trump brought offshore wind development to a near standstill. Louisiana companies plan to "wait for the clock to run out" in 2029.
Grist, Oct 9 - ‘Digger’ has a lot of haters. Here’s why they’re wrong.
In trying to capture the absurdity of the climate crisis, Alejandro Iñárritu made something weird, messy, and downright thrilling.
Grist, Oct 9 - Week in wildlife: a friendly seal, a furious goldcrest and ‘the swanfather’
This week’s best wildlife photographs from around the world
The Guardian, Oct 9 - The bipartisan energy bill tearing the climate movement apart
A long-awaited permitting reform proposal would make renewables easier to build, but at a potential cost to communities and the environment.
Grist, Oct 8 - Hurricane Isaias is a typical storm — but it’s also ‘astounding’
Hurricane season began all the way back in June, but Isaias is the first to form in the Atlantic, smashing a previous record.
Grist, Oct 8 - Can hope save the planet? An endangered parrot that is beating the odds can help us find out | Helen Pilcher
A new global biodiversity report strikes an encouraging note. But we cannot rest on our laurels – and resilience is keyThe new Living Planet Report is out. Published every two years, it assesses the health of the natura…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - As monarch butterflies migrate for the fall, meet the Chicago woman trying to protect them
Claudia Galeno-Sánchez has turned her home into a sanctuary for the insects by planting native milkweed and wildflowers – and sharing her experienceAlong the concrete streets of Chicago’s Pilsen neighborhood, a vividly…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Former NOAA official on coastal cities' vulnerabilities during severe weather
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks with former NOAA official Carolyn Gruber about vulnerabilities in the infrastructure of coastal cities during extreme weather events.
NPR, Oct 8 - Trump is gutting the Endangered Species Act. These 10 species show what’s at stake.
Hundreds of imperiled species, including North Atlantic right whales and rusty patched bumble bees, could face greater threats from industry and development.
Grist, Oct 8 - How the U.S. Public Lost Its Say on Environmental Policy
Federal agencies have long been required to seek public comment when writing new regulations or approving large projects, from highways to data centers. The Trump administration is systematically undercutting that proce…
Yale Environment 360, Oct 8 - From the farm to your door: How our global food system exploits workers
Colonialism and land dispossession created a system based on exploitation. Climate change is making it worse.
Grist, Oct 8 - Britons kept in dark about scale of climate crisis, say viewers of ‘first-of-its-kind’ emergency briefing
Nine out of 10 people felt motivated to act after watching film outlining threats to food security, economy and public healthThe British government must be honest about the scale of the threat posed by climate and natur…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Isaias strengthens into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season
The National Hurricane Center said late Wednesday that the hurricane was on track to strike the U.S. Gulf Coast later in the week. It's expected to bring heavy rains and potentially flash flooding.
NPR, Oct 8 - Stockpile food – and wash your hands: is that really how to prepare for environmental catastrophe? | George Monbiot
The UK state is dumping its responsibilities on our doorsteps, while green-lighting policies that lead us closer to crisisWould you mind fixing the NHS? And while you’re at it, could you please build an anti-missile sys…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Next UK banknotes to feature barn owls, bumblebees, puffins and hedgehogs
Four native species selected after consultation, but which one adorns which note is yet to be decidedBees, barn owls, puffins and hedgehogs have been picked to feature on the next generation of banknotes, the Bank of En…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Jonathan, a 192-Year-Old Giant Tortoise, Holds Insights for Aging Well
At 192 years old, Jonathan the giant tortoise is the oldest known living land animal. A new study offers clues as to his incredible longevity.Read more on E360 →
Yale Environment 360, Oct 7 - Powering data centers on nuclear? That’s a tough sell in Utah’s coal country.
To power two new data centers, Carbon County is getting a giant gas plant and 456 small nuclear reactors. Locals are pushing back.
Grist, Oct 7
Business
- Roofing scammers con homeowners out of thousands of pounds
One in 10 scams reported to Citizens Advice relate to fraudsters charging for work not done, or done badly.
BBC, Oct 11 - Debt advice that may leave you owing even more money
People are increasingly falling behind on credit card repayments, so here's the best way to get debt advice.
BBC, Oct 11 - Trump faces growing backlash over plans to import diesel from Russia
Both Republican and Democratic lawmakers have criticised the deal, which was announced weeks before the US midterm elections.
BBC, Oct 11 - Iran war threatens Healey's Budget plans, think tank warns
The impact of the Iran war poses significant risks for the government’s spending plans, the Institute for Fiscal Studies says.
BBC, Oct 11 - Citroen revives the 2CV for an electric age
The French firm is reinventing the classic model as carmakers come under pressure from Chinese rivals.
BBC, Oct 11 - ‘Some aren’t going to make it’: how pressure on farmers threatens UK food security
Food producers are adding their voices to the chorus of warnings about the vulnerability of British supply chains“There are so many decent, capable, productive, efficient arable farmers out there, asking how they are su…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - It's taking longer to find a new job after losing one
People who lose their jobs in this economy are taking longer to find new work. Nearly four in ten people exhaust their unemployment benefits before they land a new job.
NPR, Oct 11 - Charities and businesses wrestle with diesel cost
Cancer charity Daft as a Brush and Teesside Minibus Hire say they are struggling with pump prices.
BBC, Oct 11 - Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you
The stalwart of Britain's High Street has been sold to a Canadian billionaire family. What will that mean for you?
BBC, Oct 9 - Surprise, you've got medical bills!marketplace.org, Oct 9
- Analysis: Trump's shock Russia deal highlights mounting pressure to curb fuel prices
The US president hopes to ease his party's pain before next month's midterm elections, writes the BBC's North America correspondent.
BBC, Oct 9 - Cole Brauer sailed solo around the world. She plans to do it againwww.marketplace.org, Oct 9
- The stock market isn’t the economy — except when maybe it is?www.marketplace.org, Oct 9
- Who are the people who set earnings expectations?Marketplace.org, Oct 9
- In the agricultural heart of the country, it's a tale of two farm economieswww.marketplace.org, Oct 9
- How a law to protect patients from surprise billing shifted the cost to employerswww.marketplace.org, Oct 9
- How the beverage aisle got so wild
Planet Money traced many new beverage flavors to one laboratory that serves dozens of companies to see how new flavors are created and why we're seeing such an explosion of options right now.
NPR, Oct 9 - Despite the controversy, data centers could be attractive to struggling rural towns
There's lots of debate over data centers and where they should be located. In a struggling rural town data center development can look a lot more attractive.
NPR, Oct 9 - How the oil industry is preparing for Hurricane Isaias
Hurricane Isaias is this season's first Atlantic hurricane, and is on a path to hit the northern Gulf Coast. How is the oil industry preparing?
NPR, Oct 9 - America’s dirtiest beaches are also the toughest to reach. Trump’s DOGE made them even harder to clean.www.marketplace.org, Oct 9
- A beach full of trash with nowhere to gomarketplace.org, Oct 9
- Ex-Deutsche Bank trader jailed for rigging rates has conviction overturned
The Court of Appeal quashes the conviction of Christian Bittar, a former Deutsche Bank trader jailed in 2018.
BBC, Oct 9 - Burnham promises to curb non-compete rules in job contracts
The prime minister says restrictions on what workers can do after leaving roles have "gone too far".
BBC, Oct 9 - International students could see a massive fee increase for OPT work visaMarketplace.org, Oct 9
- From lake to table: Turning Minnesota's invasive crayfish into a local delicacyMarketplace.org, Oct 9
- Trump's crackdown on foreign students and workersmarketplace.org, Oct 9
- Thieves make off with €5m haul from prestigious Italian winery
Gang breaks into cellar of Marchesi Antinori in Cortona and loads two trucks with 30,000 bottles before getawayThousands of bottles of wine worth €5m (£4.2m) have been stolen from a prestigious winery in Tuscany in what…
The Guardian, Oct 9 - Why American investors love European defense startups
As European defense spending takes off, just about half of the funding in Europe's defense tech industry is coming from American investors this year. One reason why: European investment firms have restrictions on how th…
NPR, Oct 9 - Trump names his new AI task force the "Super Intelligence Force"marketplace.org, Oct 9
- Judge weighs arguments by CNN and other media outlets over Trump ban
A judge is weighing arguments by CNN, MS NOW and Politico that President Trump violated their constitutional rights by stripping them of their White House credentials.
NPR, Oct 9 - Everton owners consider selling club two years after takeover
Everton owners the Friedkin Group are exploring the sale of the club less than two years after taking control.
BBC, Oct 9 - Industry leaders discuss island high value scheme
More than 260 industry leaders met to discuss the role wealthy residents play in Jersey's economy.
BBC, Oct 9 - 'You cannot build this car anywhere else in the world'
Car maker Longbow, which hopes to build thousands of cars, says the region has the talent and know-how.
BBC, Oct 9 - Only in San Francisco: A picnic to discuss AI riskMarketplace.org, Oct 8
- Trump made ‘clear’ that media ban was due to critical coverage, court told
Lawyer for CNN, MS Now and Politico says Trump admitted he banned networks from White House over their coverageDonald Trump continues to be the strongest witness for the media companies arguing that they were unfairly b…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - Starbucks reportedly exploring Chipotle takeover
Move would reunite chief executive Brian Niccol with chain he led before joining coffee company two years agoStarbucks has explored a takeover of Chipotle Mexican Grill, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, in a mo…
The Guardian, Oct 8 - WATCH: Vance says Microsoft is being suspended from green card program for H-1B visa workers
President Donald Trump's administration is suspending tech giant Microsoft from a program to apply for green cards for workers who come to the U.S. to live and work using H-1B visas as it accuses the company of fraud.
PBS NewsHour, Oct 8 - Oil and gas prices jump on Middle East shipping attacks, sending bond yields higher and stocks lower – business live
Brent crude tops $105 a barrel amid attacks on tankers and squeeze on US oil output in Gulf of Mexico as storm Isaias approachesHere’s our wrap of the moves in markets:The sell-off in bond markets has put the euro under…
The Guardian, Oct 8
Music
- How a song about a crazy moonshine arrest turned into a multi-million-seller for Bonnie Raitt
A morning piano session, an Irish melody and a touch of Bruce Hornsby’s magic – the story of Bonnie Raitt's I Can't Make You Love Me
Louder, Oct 11 - 20 Scariest Songs Of All Time
It would be easy to fill out our list of the 20 Scariest Songs of all time with heavy metal. There are so many metal songs from the genres of doom metal, death metal, and so on that would fit the bill rather nicely. But…
Classic Rock History, Oct 11 - Incredible long-lost Black Sabbath live session from 1970 surfaces
The 40-minute live tape of songs from Black Sabbath's first album was thought to have been destroyed in a fire
Louder, Oct 11 - DREGEN Confirms It Wasn't His Decision To Leave THE HELLACOPTERS: 'Maybe We Could Have Gone Full-On IRON MAIDEN And Had Three Guitarists'
In a new interview with Argentina's UnDinamo - La Última Radio De Rock, founding THE HELLACOPTERS guitarist Dregen (real name: Andreas Tyrone Svensson) discussed the recent announcement that he was exiting the band due…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - If Kansas’ Kerry Livgren had written Carry On Wayward Son one day later, it might never have been made
The American proggers’ 1976 single became their signature anthem – but they didn’t even want to record it at first
Louder, Oct 11 - What’s the best guitar jam you’ve ever seen?
It doesn’t have to have taken place in an arena with big-name players. It could’ve been at a club, a bar, hell, a garage. Tell us your story
Guitar World, Oct 11 - Eric Clapton/Steve Winwood ‘Live from Madison Square Garden’: Return of the Supergroup
Following their early teamups, they kept in touch, waiting for the right moment to collaborate again.
Best Classic Bands, Oct 11 - Complete List Of John Mellencamp Songs From A to Z
John Mellencamp built one of the most distinctive catalogs in American rock music, developing from the young singer initially marketed as Johnny Cougar into a songwriter whose music became inseparable from the Midwest.…
Classic Rock History, Oct 11 - MASTODON's BRANN DAILOR: BRENT HINDS 'Got Away With A Lot Of Things That Other People Wouldn't Be Able To'
In a new interview with The Downbeat Podcast, hosted by STRAY FROM THE PATH drummer Craig Reynolds, MASTODON drummer/vocalist Brann Dailor spoke about the lyrical inspiration for the band's latest album, "Marrow Deep",…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - Soulja Boy Announces Run for Presidency in 2028
The rapper provided his platform in a social media post with with "#America2028." Soulja Boy Announces Run for Presidency in 2028 Travis Bland
Consequence, Oct 11 - How Deep Purple, Black Sabbath and the California Jam banished Altamont's demons
Following the tragedy of Altamont and the notoriety of Woodstock, a rock’n’roll festival organised by a huge television network was an era-defining triumph
Louder, Oct 11 - Mike Love Rejoins The Beach Boys on Stage Amid Health Issues
Love looked frail as he walked on the stage with assistance and remained seated throughout the performance. Mike Love Rejoins The Beach Boys on Stage Amid Health Issues Alex Young
Consequence, Oct 11 - Frank Carter Curses Out Man Who Crashed Women-Only Sex Pistols Mosh Pit
This is the world we live in: there's always one asshole. There's always one person who's holding the world back from peace or equality or common human decency and universal respect. On Friday, that one asshole existed…
Stereogum, Oct 11 - Dave Lombardo - 'Reign in Blood' Still 'Gives Me the Chills'
The former Slayer drummer reflects on the band's third LP (which turns 40 this year); his love of thrash metal; and the legacy of late guitarist Jeff Hanneman.
Loudwire, Oct 11 - Watch Metallica Debut 'Until It Sleeps' at the Sphere
The entire venue was bathed in (virtual) bovine blood and semen for the debut of the 'Load' single.
Ultimate Classic Rock, Oct 11 - Complete List Of Hank Williams Jr. Songs From A to Z
Hank Williams Jr. came into country music with one of the most recognizable names in its history, but he developed a musical identity of his own. Born Randall Hank Williams in Shreveport, Louisiana, in 1949, he performe…
Classic Rock History, Oct 11 - Rosalía Brings Lux To SNL, Appears In Sketch About Jelly Roll Playing Sphere
Last night (Oct. 10), Rosalía was the musical guest with Shane Gillis as host on SNL. It was nice to see the angelic pop star return; she last performed on the show in March 2022 and joined Bad Bunny's performance in 20…
Stereogum, Oct 11 - Watch: UNLEASHED Pays Tribute To Late VENOM Frontman CRONOS With 'Countess Bathory' Cover In Athens
Swedish death metal veterans UNLEASHED paid tribute to VENOM frontman Conrad "Cronos" Lant by playing a cover version of the VENOM classic "Countess Bathory" during UNLEASHED's October 7 concert at Gagarin 205 in Athens…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - Nicolas Cage Reveals He Refused to Sign AI Waiver for Spider-Noir and Isn’t Likely to Work With Amazon Again
Cage said of his relationship with Amazon: "I am not an AI-friendly actor, so it's like, connect those dots!" Nicolas Cage Reveals He Refused to Sign AI Waiver for Spider-Noir and Isn’t Likely to Work With Amazon Again…
Consequence, Oct 11 - The Beach Boys’ Mike Love on Stage: No Longer ‘Fun, Fun, Fun’
Our skills diminish over time. Artists of a certain age can no longer hit the high notes they once could. On stage, your favorite guitarist may let a touring band member take over lead. The post The Beach Boys’ Mike Lov…
Best Classic Bands, Oct 11 - Lamb Of God's Randy Blythe on doing what he does best
Lamb Of God frontman Randy Blythe is comfortable staying in his lane while always striving to be better
Louder, Oct 11 - Todd Huth wrote Primus’ early guitar parts, then left them to Larry LaLonde
He looks back on his reasons for leaving, his reunions with Les Claypool in Sausage and Fearless Flying Frog Brigade, their drummer struggles, a coffee psychosis with Kirk Hammett, and the Mesa Boogie amp he’d never be…
Guitar World, Oct 11 - Radio Hits in October 1965: Seems Like Yesterday
A Beatles song - one of the most recorded songs ever - was #1 this week in 1965. A few months later an instrumental beat it for Record of the Year. The post Radio Hits in October 1965: Seems Like Yesterday appeared firs…
Best Classic Bands, Oct 11 - Watch Deen Castronovo Return to Journey: Set List and Videos
Drummer puts recent onstage medical emergency behind him to help his band deliver 26-song set in San Antonio.
Ultimate Classic Rock, Oct 11 - The Raconteurs Reunite for First Performance in Seven Years
The surprise five-song set took place during Jack White's show in Nashville on Saturday. The Raconteurs Reunite for First Performance in Seven Years Alex Young
Consequence, Oct 11 - MAT MAURER: MORTAL SIN Is Planning To Release Best-Of And Live Albums In 2027 While Working On New Music
In a new interview with Jerry Kurunen of Finland's Rauta, vocalist Mat Maurer of Australian thrash metal pioneers MORTAL SIN spoke about the reunited band's plans for the coming months, after their return to the stage e…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - 'How?!' - Patrick Stump Reflects on 25 Years of Fall Out Boy
Stump recently shared a heartfelt message about the band's 25th anniversary on social media (including when he thinks Fall Out Boy "really started").
Loudwire, Oct 11 - MJ Lenderman Debuts New Music At Good Moon Festival
MJ Lenderman played his first concert in five months in Durham, NC last night. His joint performances with Waxahatchee ran through May and the following month he dropped off Zach Bryan's tour for a well-deserved break,…
Stereogum, Oct 11 - Bob Dylan 1976 Rolling Thunder Revue 39-Disc Box Set Coming
The massive collection "fully captures this tour alongside a stellar company of backing musicians and guest artists," according to an announcement. The post Bob Dylan 1976 Rolling Thunder Revue 39-Disc Box Set Coming ap…
Best Classic Bands, Oct 11 - How a bass she borrowed (and never gave back) helped shape the sound of Rhonda Smith’s new supergroup
Rhonda Smith opens up about her new supergroup with Cindy Blackman and Orianthi – and the lessons she learned from Prince
Guitar World, Oct 11 - Rosalía Raises the Bar (Once Again) with Incredible SNL Performances: Watch
Watch her truly captivating performances of "Reliquia" and "Magnolias" Rosalía Raises the Bar (Once Again) with Incredible SNL Performances: Watch Alex Young
Consequence, Oct 11 - NICKELBACK's MIKE KROEGER: We Wanna Keep Going 'As Long As The People Keep Turning Up For The Rock Shows'
In a new interview with U.K.'s link textHive magazine, NICKELBACK bassist Mike Kroeger was asked if there is anything still left on the Canadian rockers' "bucket list to take off" before he and his bandmates hang their…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - BECKY BALDWIN Explains How She Landed Gig Playing Bass On TONY IOMMI's New Solo Album
U.K.-based bassist Becky Baldwin spoke to Jamie Westwood and Tom Stevens of The Chronicles Of Podcast about her appearance on BLACK SABBATH guitarist Tony Iommi's upcoming solo album, "From The Dark". The 35-year-old Ba…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - Stephen Bishop Sets Farewell Tour
The news coincides with the 50th anniversary reissue of his debut album, Careless.
Best Classic Bands, Oct 11 - Complete List Of Polyphia Songs From A to Z
Polyphia formed in Texas in 2010 and developed from an early progressive metal sound into one of the most recognizable instrumental rock groups of its generation. The current lineup features guitarists Tim Henson and Sc…
Classic Rock History, Oct 11 - The wild 1970s glam rock classic inspired by The Beatles, Wagner… and Humphrey Bogart
Roxy Music’s debut album was one the great glam rock albums of the early 1970s –and it still sounds way out there
Louder, Oct 11 - The life and times of Wayne Charvel – Eddie Van Halen guitar builder and godfather of the Superstrat
An unsung hero of the guitar custom shop, DIY guitar building and the hot-rodded electric, Wayne Charvel left behind a legacy that was larger than life
Guitar World, Oct 11 - Watch: DEEN CASTRONOVO Plays Full Concert With JOURNEY In San Antonio, Two Days After Suffering Medical Emergency
JOURNEY drummer Deen Castronovo returned to the stage Saturday night (October 10) to play a full concert with his bandmates at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, just two days after he suffered a medical emergency…
Blabbermouth, Oct 11 - Sex Pistols singer Frank Carter throws “stupid” fan out of a gig – and the fans’s dad approves
Frank Carter gets unexpected backing after ejecting a fan from a Sex Pistols show for being “f**ing stupid”
Louder, Oct 11 - Rick Wakeman is exploring Mars and playing a concert for bears in Vietnam. What on earth?
A new album sees keyboard player and space enthusiast Rick Wakeman return to the Red Planet.
Louder, Oct 11 - Complete List Of Willie Nelson Songs From A to Z
Few performers in American music have assembled a body of recorded work as expansive as Willie Nelson’s. Born in Abbott, Texas, in 1933, Nelson began writing songs as a child and developed a sound that drew on country,…
Classic Rock History, Oct 11 - How Ozzy opened No Rest For The Wicked with an almighty diss track against a disgraced preacher
Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart did not like Ozzy Osbourne, and after listening to Miracle Man, it's safe to say the feeling was mutual
Louder, Oct 11 - Why Zakk Wylde isn’t convinced by the tonewood debate
The Black Label Society frontman says a guy stuck a pickup in a cinder block and it sounded the same, so just get on with it
Guitar World, Oct 11 - Alice Cooper reveals his reaction to his friend John Lennon’s murder
Alice Cooper and John Lennon were buddies – and the ex-Beatle’s assassination in 1980 came at a dark time in his life
Louder, Oct 11 - Stanley Jordan is writing a metal album on James Hetfield’s signature ESP
Some guitar players struggle to play one guitar. Stanley Jordan? He's using two of them simultaneously, and he's making a metal album
Guitar World, Oct 11 - Complete List Of Dry Cleaning Songs From A to Z
Dry Cleaning formed in South London in 2017 around vocalist Florence Shaw, guitarist Tom Dowse, bassist Lewis Maynard, and drummer Nick Buxton. Dowse, Maynard, and Buxton had already played music together before invitin…
Classic Rock History, Oct 11 - ‘I’d wander through the park all angsty listening to Arctic Monkeys’: Arlo Parks’ honest playlist
The singer shamelessly blasts Lady Gaga in the car and is brought to tears by Portishead – but which song does she have to be careful listening to?The first song I fell in love with I remember listening to Sweet Dreams…
The Guardian, Oct 11 - Shane Gillis Drops F-Bomb on SNL
Gillis flubbed a line during a Dr. Seuss parody sketch and accidentally let an F-bomb fly. Shane Gillis Drops F-Bomb on SNL Alex Young
Consequence, Oct 11 - King Crimson were only around for half of the 70s. Here’s what they did with the time
10 of the best tracks from In The Wake Of Poseidon, Lizard, Islands, Larks’ Tongues In Aspic, Starless And Bible Black and Red
Louder, Oct 10 - How Judas Priest made the iconic album that saved their career
Fifty years after Sad Wings Of Destiny was released, Judas Priest‘s second album still sounds like the birth of a legend
Louder, Oct 10 - Complete List Of George Strait Songs From A to Z
Few artists have represented the sound of traditional country music as consistently as George Strait. Born in Poteet, Texas, on May 18, 1952, and raised in nearby Pearsall, Strait built his reputation with the kind of s…
Classic Rock History, Oct 10 - Mastodon announce Marrow Deep Bone Dust edition vinyl containing fragments of actual mastodon fossil
Mastodon vinyl album containing actual mastodon fossil is limited to just 170 copies – for obvious reasons
Louder, Oct 10 - 'Genius grant' winner Immanuel Wilkins explains how he weaves Black history into his music
Saxophonist and composer Immanuel Wilkins talks about the impact that winning a 2026 MacArthur Fellowship will have on his art.
NPR Music, Oct 10 - Tom Morello on the future hair metal guitar hero who blew him away
How a teenage guitar hero from Boston had the pre-fame Tom Morello picking his jaw up off the floor – and the friendship that resulted years later
Louder, Oct 10 - HATEBREED's JAMEY JASTA Says Fans Won't Have To Wait Long For Follow-Up To Upcoming 'Fatal Paradox' Album
In a new interview with Nik Nocturnal, studio album, HATEBREED frontman Jamey Jasta spoke about the title of the band's upcoming studio album, "Fatal Paradox", which will arrive on November 6 via BLKIIBLK, the heavy met…
Blabbermouth, Oct 10 - ‘John Prine’: A Debut for the Ages for a Songwriter’s Songwriter
The album is a quiet masterpiece, a portrait of a young singer-songwriter already fully formed and crafting songs for the ages. The post ‘John Prine’: A Debut for the Ages for a Songwriter’s Songwriter appeared first on…
Best Classic Bands, Oct 10 - Barry Manilow’s Vegas Comeback Derailed by Bronchitis
The 83-year-old singer was forced to cut short his concert in Las Vegas on Friday night after just two songs and subsequently canceled his scheduled Saturday night performance. Barry Manilow’s Vegas Comeback Derailed by…
Consequence, Oct 10 - RIK EMMETT Reveals He Lost 'All' His Hair After TRIUMPH's 2026 Comeback Tour: 'You May See Me Wearing A Lot Of Hats' At Upcoming Shows
In a new interview with Rob Edwards of Talkin' Bout Rock, TRIUMPH's Rik Emmett opened up about returning to the road for a North American tour after a 30-year hiatus. For the 2026 trek, TRIUMPH's original members Emmett…
Blabbermouth, Oct 10 - Danny Trejo Says He’s “Not Pro-ICE” Amid Backlash Over Daily Wire Movie
The Machete star says he took the role to play a positive Latino veteran and insists his involvement should not be read as support for ICE. Danny Trejo Says He’s “Not Pro-ICE” Amid Backlash Over Daily Wire Movie Alex Kr…
Consequence, Oct 10 - STONE TEMPLE PILOTS' DEAN DELEO Is 'Very Grateful' For JEFF GUTT: The 'Peace Of Mind' That He Brings To The Band Is 'Immeasurable'
In a new interview with Baby Huey and Chasta of the San Francisco radio station 107.7 The Bone, STONE TEMPLE PILOTS guitarist Dean DeLeo spoke about the band's decision, nine years ago, to move forward with a new singer…
Blabbermouth, Oct 10 - Sex Pistols Berate Dude for Infiltrating Women-Only Mosh Pit
Frank Carter lost his cool at the offending concert-goer: "Ask any one of them if they feel safe in every mosh pit!" Sex Pistols Berate Dude for Infiltrating Women-Only Mosh Pit Alex Young
Consequence, Oct 10 - Watch Billy Joel Perform on ‘The Midnight Special’ Before True Stardom
When he appeared on the popular musical TV series in 1975, it was still two years before his true breakthrough LP, The Stranger. The post Watch Billy Joel Perform on ‘The Midnight Special’ Before True Stardom appeared f…
Best Classic Bands, Oct 10 - DEVIN TOWNSEND To Release DREAMPEACE 'Harmonic Dharma' Album Next Week: 'I Hope It Brings You The Peace It Has Brought Me'
In recognition of World Mental Health Day, Canadian singer, songwriter and producer Devin Townsend has announced that he will release a new album, "Harmonic Dharma", under the DREAMPEACE banner on Friday, October 16. Ha…
Blabbermouth, Oct 10 - 5 basslines that made Paul Simon a superstar
From David Hood’s deep Southern grooves to Bakithi Kumalo’s groundbreaking fretless work, Paul Simon has always known the value of a great bassist
Guitar World, Oct 10 - Tom Morello: Why Not All Rock Bands Need to Be Political
Rock Hall champion of heavy bands is proud of his contribution to making the scene bigger than ever.
Ultimate Classic Rock, Oct 10 - Charli XCX Brings Out Tinashe At ACL
Charli XCX's Music, Fashion, Film and Tinashe's Popstar are easily two of the best albums of the year. Last weekend, Charli brought out Troye Sivan for her Austin City Limits headlining set. Last night for the second we…
Stereogum, Oct 10 - The Beach Boys’ ‘Good Vibrations’: Brian’s Masterpiece
1966 was a watershed year for the group, with the release of Brian Wilson's genius album, Pet Sounds, and this song, recorded with the Wrecking Crew. The post The Beach Boys’ ‘Good Vibrations’: Brian’s Masterpiece appea…
Best Classic Bands, Oct 10 - Sammy Hagar Plays First of Three Birthday Shows: Set List, Video
Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony did not participate this year. Here's why.
Ultimate Classic Rock, Oct 10 - Ella Langley Cancels Tulsa Concert Due To Bomb Threat
On Friday (Oct. 9), Ella Langley canceled her show in Tulsa due to a bomb threat. The "Choosin' Texas" singer was supposed to play the BOK Center, but "your safety will always mean more to me than anything else," she wr…
Stereogum, Oct 10 - Lou Gramm Says 'It’ll Take a Miracle' to Bring Real Rock Back
Foreigner vocalist dismisses current music as commercial and poppy, and says radio wouldn't play his band's hits today.
Ultimate Classic Rock, Oct 10 - How an unassuming college professor became one of the world’s leading authorities on Van Halen
Greg Renoff’s research skills allowed him to gather stories about the band’s early days that may otherwise have been forgotten, including the accident that led to the recording of EVH’s masterpiece, Eruption
Guitar World, Oct 10 - Paul Simon Sets ‘The Quiet Celebration Concert’ Album
His surprising news in 2025 that he would return to the stage followed a self-imposed retirement after his 2018 "Homeward Bound" tour.
Best Classic Bands, Oct 10 - BEAT Launches Fall Tour: Set List, Video
Terry Bozzio has now made his official debut with the band.
Ultimate Classic Rock, Oct 10 - Eric Gales shows you 7 ways to get across the fretboard that unlock his secret to improv
The blues-rock maestro explains how position shifts can shape melodic ideas in his latest lesson column
Guitar World, Oct 10 - Test your Pink Floyd knowledge with our quiz
How well do you know Pink Floyd: the legendary gear, the iconic songs, and the guitarists who lent them an occasional hand along the way? Test your knowledge in our quiz
Guitar World, Oct 10 - Tame Impala review – Kevin Parker ricochets between musical uppers and downers in eye-popping arena show
Brisbane Entertainment CentreMelancholic newer tracks sit uncomfortably alongside the chunky psychedelia and hazy prog-rock the Australian band is known forThere were a lot of firsts to be experienced on Tame Impala’s D…
The Guardian, Oct 10 - Rockers Salute Judas Priest's Ian Hill Following Retirement
Members of the rock and metal community are weighing in after Judas Priest bassist Ian Hill announced his retirement.
Loudwire, Oct 9 - Journey Drummer Deen Castronovo Suffers Medical Emergency During Concert
Journey drummer Deen Castronovo was sent to the hospital Thursday night following a medical emergency of some sort he suffered […] The post Journey Drummer Deen Castronovo Suffers Medical Emergency During Concert appear…
Rock Cellar, Oct 9
SEO/AI
- Google Is Hiring To Generate AI Content For Discover
Open job listings describe teams that generate and recommend AI content for Discover, plus a design lead to turn it into a proactive concierge experience. The post Google Is Hiring To Generate AI Content For Discover ap…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 11 - Anthropic Says Claude Bypassed Site Limits During Internal Tests
Anthropic cut live web access for internal evaluations after Claude submitted real forms and worked around website restrictions. The post Anthropic Says Claude Bypassed Site Limits During Internal Tests appeared first o…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 11 - Google Search Console Performance Report Extremely Delayed
The search performance reports in Google Search Console is now over 64 hours delayed, which is incredibly unusual for this report. Generally, we see this report updated within a few hours but over the past few days, pos…
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 11 - Google Ends Spam Update, Shares Crawl Timing Ranges – SEO Pulse
Google's spam update finishes, a talk recap puts site moves in months, Search Console combines countries, and new guidance targets fake author profiles. The post Google Ends Spam Update, Shares Crawl Timing Ranges – SEO…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 10 - Google Explains How To Use HTML Sitemaps For SEO
Google explains why HTML sitemaps may still be useful even though the XML standard has largely replaced it.
Search Engine Journal, Oct 9 - Shopify SEO: The complete beginner’s guideSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Google Ads adds automatic text overlays to Demand Gen video adsSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Google launches Display & Video 360 Structured Data Files v11 with expanded targetingSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- The latest jobs in search marketingSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Your boss is nervous about AI, tooSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Google tests new design for ads at bottom of AI Mode responsesSearch Engine Watch, Oct 9
- Google Ads PMax adds option to send users to Google Business ProfileSearch Engine Watch, Oct 9
- Daily Search Forum Recap: October 9, 2026
Here is a recap of what happened in the search forums today, through the eyes of the Search Engine Roundtable and other search forums on the web. Google launched a new UGC fresh data program document that Reddit...
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - What Google AI Mode follow-up questions reveal about your contentSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Google AI Mode ads: Everything you need to knowSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Bing tests light blue bubbles for sitelinks on desktopSearch Engine Watch, Oct 9
- Search News Buzz Video Recap: Google Spam Update Done, Penalties Rise, Factcheck AI, Content Quality, Fake Authors, Ads & So Much More
was a super busy week, so there is a lot more content in this recap compared to most. We start off with the Google September 2026 spam update completing, it had its third and final phase earlier in the week. Google may…
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - AI Overviews Have Spread To Most Big-Brand Searches
Recent tracking data found AI Overviews on most brand-name searches it checked.
Search Engine Journal, Oct 9 - The PPC marketer’s guide to Google’s MeridianSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Google Ads Enables Text Customization Asset Previews
Google Ads now lets you preview the assets generated by Google AI for your Google Ads AI Max campaigns. Google added these details to the About text customization in Search campaigns help page under a new section named…
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - Bing Testing Local Pack Without Borders
Microsoft Bing is testing showing the local pack results without borders. Normally, the local pack has a small outline border around the results, but for some reason, Microsoft is testing not placing the outline around…
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - Google Updates Reader Revenue Manager Home Page
Google has made major updates to the Reader Revenue Manager homepage. It was a large redesign of the page, it also now lists AI Mode, AI Overviews, and Gemini, added a matrix to the page and moved things around as well.
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - Bing Tests Faded Stylish Line Separators
Microsoft Bing is getting fancy and stylish with its line separators in Bing Search. Bing is testing fading the line separators at the end of the lines.
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - Bing Tests Removing Favicons From Search Result Snippets
Microsoft Bing is testing dropping favicons from Bing search result snippets. This makes the search results page look much less graphical.
Search Engine Roundtable, Oct 9 - Google tests larger three-dot menu icon on adsSearch Engine Watch, Oct 9
- Claude’s New Rules Target Fake Sources Built To Sway AI Answers
Anthropic's updated usage policy names seeding search and AI answer sources with misleading content, and drops automated publishing from its high-risk list. The post Claude’s New Rules Target Fake Sources Built To Sway…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 9 - - Search Engine LandSearch Engine Land, Oct 9
- Jetpack 16.3 WordPress Plugin Update Is A Winner
Jetpack announced the release of version 16.3, a major update that adds three new blocks, expands existing features, improves accessibility and security, and reorganizes settings to bring related controls together in th…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 9 - AI In Regulated Paid Media: The Default Settings That Put Compliance At Risk
Understand how to address both ad platform and organizational AI concerns for paid media advertisers in regulated industries The post AI In Regulated Paid Media: The Default Settings That Put Compliance At Risk appeared…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 8 - Google Now Has The Math To Rank Without An Index, And The Results Page Does Not Survive It
Google DeepMind proved one model can theoretically rank without a separate index. If it ships, visibility stops being a position and becomes inclusion or absence. The post Google Now Has The Math To Rank Without An Inde…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 8 - Google Completes September 2026 Spam Update After Nearly 14 Days
Google's latest spam update has finished rolling out after nearly two weeks, taking longer than any of the three spam updates it ran this year. The post Google Completes September 2026 Spam Update After Nearly 14 Days a…
Search Engine Journal, Oct 8 - Google spam update finishes rolling out after nearly two weeksSearch Engine Watch, Oct 8
- Does AI Admit When it Can’t Diagnose an SEO Problem?
Nearly every marketer has probably lived through a similar situation in which traffic drops, but there are multiple plausible reasons why. It could be a crawling issue, broken tracking, or other possible options, but yo…
Mike King (iPullRank), Oct 8 - Competitive Analysis for Paid Media: How To Find the Broken Stage
TL;DR Competitive research can show which stage of your funnel is broken (Be Seen, Be Believed, or Be Chosen) and which channel to fix it in.
Seer Interactive, Oct 7 - Google’s September Spam Update Is Rolling Out. Here’s What the August One Did to Page One
Google started rolling out its September 2026 spam update on September 24. It’s the fourth spam update this year, and it comes with a longer window than usual: Google says it may take up to two weeks, while the August o…
Previsible, Oct 7 - Share of Model vs. Share of Voice: Everything You Need to Know About These AI Era Metrics
For decades, share of voice (SOV) has told brands how much of the conversation they own. But more of that conversation now happens somewhere SOV can’t see—inside AI answers. Buyers ask ChatGPT, Gemini, and Google’s AI O…
Previsible, Oct 7 - Why AI Search Demands Cross-Team Ownership, Not Silos
In this week’s episode of Voices of Search, we spoke with Siiri Lee, senior director of global direct-to-consumer at Manscaped, where she leads the brand’s global e-commerce strategy and digital customer experience. Sii…
Previsible, Oct 7